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I have a calcaneus fracture in my left heel. happened 5/27, now i have a small knot on the side of my right shin. could it be a blood clot?

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Dr. Thomman Kuruvilla answered

Blood clot: First i hope your calcaneal fracture is non surgical and your in a medical or cam boot. But a blood clot usually represents pain at the calf and not in the anterior shin. Possible the pain at that site could be from your boot (if wearing on) or cast.

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 5/18/2017

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A member asked:

I have a calcaneus fracture in my left heel. happened 5/27, now i have a small knot on the side of my right shin. could it be a blood clot?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Thomman Kuruvilla answered

Dr Seibert agreed

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