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I had foot surgery on the 18th of june and ever since then i have this painful spot in the back of my leg (one or two inches down from my knee) and its extremely painful to the touch. what could this be?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Pain: Recent surgery and then a painful spot of your calf would be suspicious for a DVT. You should probably be evaluated.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 8/13/2019

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A member asked:

I had foot surgery on the 18th of june and ever since then i have this painful spot in the back of my leg (one or two inches down from my knee) and its extremely painful to the touch. what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr Modi agreed

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