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Could i have a blood clot in my forearm after surgery?
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Uncommon: It's uncommon, but it could happen. However it would likely depend on a number of factors such as your medical health history, location of surgery, amount of stasis or inactivity, gender, use of birth control or other medications, etc. Hope this helps.
Answered 9/28/2016
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