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I popped a calf muscle this morning. i suffered through work and my calf was very swollen when i got home. it was feeling cold while driving home. now, it's very cold. i have it elevated & used ice but it's cold without the ice. is this normal?

Q: i popped a calf muscle this morning. i suffered through work and my calf was very swollen when i got home. it was feeling cold while driving home. now, it's very cold. i have it elevated & used ice but it's cold without the ice. is this normal?

: We worry about the very serious compartment syndrome with this combination of signs &amp; symptoms. You should proceed to the hospital ER ASAP for prompt evaluation and care.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

We worry about the very serious compartment syndrome with this combination of signs & symptoms. You should proceed to the hospital ER ASAP for prompt evaluation and care.

Dr Rehm agreed

Answered 10/13/2022

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A member asked:

I popped a calf muscle this morning. i suffered through work and my calf was very swollen when i got home. it was feeling cold while driving home. now, it's very cold. i have it elevated & used ice but it's cold without the ice. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Rehm agreed

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