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During lockdown i have been unable to take advantage of exercise hours, and sit for prolonged periods to work. i have an upper right thigh pain. is a dvt something to worry about ( i am overweight and have previously had tingling burning on the leg)?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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Exercise: Please get checked to rule out DVT and if cleared for exercise consider upper body exercise w/light dumbbells (or even canned goods), yoga, qigong, stretching. Youtube videos can support and motivate. Peace and good health.

Answered 5/7/2020

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A member asked:

During lockdown i have been unable to take advantage of exercise hours, and sit for prolonged periods to work. i have an upper right thigh pain. is a dvt something to worry about ( i am overweight and have previously had tingling burning on the leg)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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