Suggest Treatment For Pressure Sensation In The Legs While Lying Down

Posted on Sat, 5 Nov 2016

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Question : My 85-year-old mother is complaining of pressure in her legs only when she lies down feeling a bit uncomfortable wondering what to do

Answered by Dr. Geeta Sundar (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Hi welcome to HCM, it can be due to the following reasons--

Detailed Answer:
Hi welcome to HCM, it can be due to the following reasons--
Varicose veins, knee arthritis, a little swelling.
Rarely it could be due to DVT especially at this age. I will advise a peripheral venous ultrasound for the last as soon as possible since it can be dangerous. Please show your doctor/ get the test done. Regards

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