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My partner was diagnosed with dvt in his left leg. he has just finished a 21 day course of xarelto (15 mg x 2) & going onto 20 mg 1. calf is still swollen but less swollen. how long before swelling goes away? shall he rest leg or exercise it?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

DVT: Can take up to 6 months for the DVT to resolve. Keep leg elevated when resting the leg. However, i would resume regular activity. The activity prevents further clots and in general improves blood flow.

Answered 5/7/2020

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