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My calf is swollen and tight?
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Goto ER: You may have a blood clot . Significant swelling can cause compartment syndrome which results in compression of blood flow leading to possible permanent damage to nerve function as well as muscle death.
Answered 9/3/2013
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Get checked: Can be dvt. Many things need to be ruled out. Better see a physician.
Answered 9/5/2013
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