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My right leg feels swollen 4 couple months mostly thigh. also pain all over leg. vein bulging beside knee. could be dvt?was taking bc powder everyday
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Although your: description is somewhat atypical it is potentially consistent with DVT. Since this is a possibility and could be life threatening it would be important to have an ultrasound to confirm or deny the diagnosis. See your health care provider for a thorough evaluation.
Answered 11/20/2015
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