How Will I Know If This Is A Blood Clot?

Posted on Wed, 30 Dec 2020

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Question : I'm having leg pain in my upper left calf muscle right below the bend of my leg.
How will I know if this is a blood clot?
I haven't hurt it as far as I know
If it is a blood clot how long do I have? I don't have insurance

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Probably a muscle strain, follow the advice below.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
The pain in the calf can be related to many medical conditions.
It is commonly related to muscle spasms in the calf.
It can also be related to blood clots.
To detect blood clots you should do an ultrasound of the leg and a complete blood count.
Meanwhile, I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to relieve the pain.
Warm compresses can also be helpful. If you are taking any supplements please let me know.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Kind regards!

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (8 hours later)

Okay is there any home remedies I should try to get rid of it. Incase it is. I took some aspirin last night

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (57 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Home remedies explained below.

Detailed Answer:
Hi again dear,

I recommend to use warm compresses for local application in the calf area.
I also recommend to massage the area for relieving and do gentle stretching exercises.
You can also use Aspirin 100 mg for precaution.

Hope it helps dear,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi

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