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Hematoma Of Leg
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In deep venous thrombosis does size of the leg clot affect fatality?
Clot affect fatality: Yes the size of the clot can affect fatality. A large clot is more likely to cause death. ...Read more
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Hematoma (Definition)
A condition in which there is an abnormal collection of blood under the skin or other bodily surface, outside ...Read more
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Pain and swelling of my foot. Is this typical of deep vein thrombosis?
Dvt: It could be but other possibilities exist,trauma foot issue Pain may be the result of trauma and swelling can occur for many reasons ...Read more
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Back of leg swollen where the leg bends. No injury?
Swelling: you may have a Baker's cyst which is typically found behind the knee. Consult an orthpedist for help ...Read more
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Can a leg massage reduce the chance of clots forming in my leg veins?
Massage feels good: Leg massage certainly feels great and i encourage you to do it. It does help keep the circulation going. Scientifically speaking I do not know of any evidence saying that it truly lowers risk of clot formation. ...Read more
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What is thrombosis of the leg or thigh?
Blood clot: Thrombosis means blood clot. In the leg a thrombosis may be within a superficial vein or deep vein. Superficial thrombosis, or phlebitis, is usually less severe but can progress to deep vein thrombosis (dvt). Dvt has the potential to cause permanent damage to the vein resulting in lifelong swelling and ulceration, or can embolize to the lung and cause death. ...Read more
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Car accident caused fracture in left ankle. Had DVT in that calf. a month on lovenox (enoxaparin). Calf has spasms. Causes? Inmobility? Post thrombotic syndrome?
Immobility, Mg: Muscle spasm is usually associated with nerve issues or electrolte abnormalities . Post phlebitis limb is normally a swollen area but not associate with muscle spasms. Recommend, magnesium pills,maintain hydration,gentle stretching. ...Read more
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Pain bottom of foot. Discomfort and tenderness in spots from back of knee down calf. Leg feels heavy and foot dragging a bit. Dvt? Musclar? Nerve?
Evaluation : you should not wait. Go see a physician to be evaluated. If a DVT you could have significant issues if not treated immediately. ...Read more
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Why is popliteal area of left leg larger than the other leg? Doppler for DVT, negative. Calf feels tight. Have little hernia on side of L leg. Causes?
Swelling : I would recommend orthopedic evaluation for possible popliteal cyst also known as bakers cyst ...Read more
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What's the outcome of deep venous thrombosis?
Another outcome: Could be nothing, could be a pulmonary embolism (from you can get pulmonary hypertension), could be post thrombotic syndrome. You can decrease you risk of getting post thrombotic syndrome by 50% if you wear 30-40 mm hg, knee high, graduated compression stockings for 2 years after having a dvt. ...Read more
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What could cause symptoms of blood clot in leg calf?
Few options: Swelling pain if concerned see your md need an ultrasound. ...Read more
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What causes a deep femeral vein dvt?
Like other DVT: Most of dvts occur with no known cause but with predisposing factors like stasis like in immobility, damage to lining of the vein like in cases of trauma or catheters in veins or hypercoagulable diseases. It should be treated the same with anticoagulant like Coumadin (warfarin) for 6 months. ...Read more
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Could deep vein thrombosis in the leg be caused by a bicycle gash on the leg?
Not very likely: If the gash was associated with tissue trauma like a crush injury with profound bruising and immobility, then a DVT could be possible, as dr. Press said. But if you only had a cut without much oterh deeper tissue damage, it is unlikely. ...Read more
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History of DVT w/vinecava filter tightness above knee w/swelling in calf and ankle itching behind the knee and aching on lovenox (enoxaparin) 120 sub Q2x day new clot?
Ultrasound: On Lovenox (enoxaparin) it would be unlikely to develop another blood clot, however if you have a hypercooagulable condition there is some risk for excess clotting. Have an evaluation with your doctor and you may need an ultrasound to look for progression of the clot. ...Read more
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Can compartment syndrome of the lower leg cause swelling, loss of hair, and a superficial vein to stick out of the leg?
Yes: I believe a long standing syndrome of extra pressure can alter the circulation in the area which in turn cause the hair loss and vein distention you mentioned. ...Read more
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Ankle surgery & DVT month ago on same leg. Leg in half splint. This calf seems harder than the other calf,less jiggly. Post thrombotic synd? Atrophy?
Atrophy yes: Post thrombotic syndrome always painful and you didn't describe any pain. For sure the leg will be smaller as disuse of muscles leads to atrophy ...Read more
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Leg pain x1 week hard to pinpoint where sometimes calf sometimes back of thigh. No redness or swelling. Visible vein on inside back knee. DVT?
Leg pain: Can not rule out - any risk factors such as prolonged plane or car rides or recent surgery. Any history of prior clots. Could also be baker's cyst back of knee - check for swelling in the back of the knee. If continues - should get evaluated especially if your leg begins to swell ...Read more
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What is left parietal hematoma?
Is parietal hematoma and subdural hematoma same?
Hematoma- blood coll: Hematoma is collection of blood somewhere in the body...anywhere in the body....it's called a hematoma. Parietal tells us the location (Parietal lobe of the brain) usually due to high blood pressure while Subdural hematoma means collection of blood below the level of the DURAL cover of the covering of the brain called the meninges...often times traumatic cause but also often can be spontaneous. ...Read more
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What is left parietal hematoma? Is parietal hematoma and subdural hematoma same?
Different: A hematoma is like a bruise or collection of blood from a trauma. In parietal hematoma this is in the parietal lobe of the brain, so it is in the brain tissue itself. A subdural hematoma is just under the dura mater one of the coverings of the brain so it is up close to the skull. ...Read more
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Can, partially occlusive chronic thrombosis of lef saphenous in the calf and small saphenous vein proximal and mid calf, cause deep vein thrombosis?
Not cause: But the cause of clotting can affect deep and superficial veins. Stasis, trauma, cancer, coagulopathy, obesity. ...Read more
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What the effect of exercise on previous deep venous thrombosis?
Usually Beneficial: It is long known that exercise reduces the risk of a dvt, but recent evidence suggests that low- to moderate-intensity exercise might help alleviate pain and swelling associated with a dvt, as well as reduce the severity of complications. ...Read more
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