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I have severe pain at the top outside back of my left calf. worst when i first stand up and lessens after taking a few steps. could this be a dvt? possibly lesser saphenous vein?

Q: i have severe pain at the top outside back of my left calf. worst when i first stand up and lessens after taking a few steps. could this be a dvt? possibly lesser saphenous vein?

: DVT is commonly not accompanied by these symptoms. Without exam it is not possible to diagnose. Pl see your MD soon.

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

DVT is commonly not accompanied by these symptoms. Without exam it is not possible to diagnose. Pl see your MD soon.

Answered 8/9/2022

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A member asked:

I have severe pain at the top outside back of my left calf. worst when i first stand up and lessens after taking a few steps. could this be a dvt? possibly lesser saphenous vein?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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