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A 42-year-old female asked:

Edema in leg. swelling red spots ankle swollen hurting tightening, calf swelling up to knee stings saw dr today nothing was done i'm concerned of celllitis should i goto er? or can this wait til tmrw?

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Dr. Jerome Zacks
Dr. Jerome Zacksanswered
Cardiology 53 years experience
Go to ER now.: It could be something serious requiring immediate treatment.
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Dr. Otto Placik
Dr. Otto Placikanswered
Surgery - Plastics 36 years experience
If getting worse: I would first contact your physician and ask advice. If no, intervention is advised you may want to seek a second opinion via an er or acute care clinic.
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Dr. Debra Boender
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Diabetic Footcare 21 years experience
Yes, go to ED: You could have cellulitis, compartment syndrome or other serious problem. Get immediate e d evaluation. Don't wait any longer.
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