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A 26-year-old female asked:

I recently had a laparoscoppy and hysteroscopy. i had an ovarian cyst on my right ovary. now i'm experiencing pains on my right leg, it gets tired more often and becomes numb at times. should i be worried?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Evaluation: If you had recent surgery and now are experiencing pain in one leg you will need to see your doctor for evaluation. Post operative DVT (blood clots) can occur. Your doctor can do an exam and determine if testing is needed
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