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D dimer test results is high. ultrasound normal, vq scan normal, thigh is still swollen and painful what would be next step?

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Dr. Charles Glassman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Swollen Thigh: Mri or ct scan of the pelvis and thigh.

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Repeat ultrasound: Repeat ultrasound in a week if there is concern for deep venous thrombosis.

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Dr. Steven Chmielewski answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Repeat ultrasound.: It is possible to have a false negative exam. If the u/s is still negative, your doctor might want to order other tests such as ct or mri.

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