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I have swelling and bruising on both legs below the knee and above the ankle. there is soreness/slight pain when i stand or walk that i don't feel when laying down. it came on about 35 hours ago. i have no history of clotting, but my mother does?

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Dr. Norman Chideckel answered

Bruising: to be safe get a venous ultrasound dvt not most likely any history of trauma or back related issues as the symptoms are bilateral and also have bruising would suggest evaluation as soon as possible

Answered 2/24/2018

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A member asked:

I have swelling and bruising on both legs below the knee and above the ankle. there is soreness/slight pain when i stand or walk that i don't feel when laying down. it came on about 35 hours ago. i have no history of clotting, but my mother does?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Norman Chideckel answered

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