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Calf muscle. whats the difference between pulling the muscle and tearing it? ran and overextended it. can not stand on the leg at all. any advice

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

If you cannot: stand "on the leg at all" YOU NEED to see a medical professional as soon as practicable! A visit to an Urgent Care center is indicated. You may have an Achilles tendon damage ! Hope this is helpful! Dr Z

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 3/18/2019

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