Suggest Treatment For Severe Cramps In Front Upper Thigh

Posted on Sun, 24 Jun 2018

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Sun, 24 Jun 2018 Answered on

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Question : A few days ago I got a severe cramp in my front upper thigh. Later I noticed a large bruise, app. 6&4 " there and one above my knee. 4 days later it is still sore. I'm a 64 yr old male and take a statin, lisinaprol and metformin along with a daily vitamin. Its Sunday and I was going to call my doctor tomm. Any advice, can I wait till tomm? Thank you

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Please upload relevant images

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

For a better understanding, I request you to kindly upload images of the affected skin region for an accurate guidance.

Is there any associated fever?

Thank you

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Follow up: Dr. Suresh Heijebu (1 hour later)

I don't have any images except that its a deep purple in color. No fever that I can tell and the affected area does not feel hot, just somewhat painful to the touch.

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (34 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Coagulation studies have to be carried out in the absence of trauma

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Spontaneous bruises could suggest coagulation disorders.

It's important to get tested for coagulation studies like PT( prothrombin time) and CT ( clotting time).

Additionally it's advisable to consider a short course of oral antibiotics to prevent infection.

Likewise blood pressure has to be reassessed.

Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe these medications and tests to you.

Post your further questions if any

Thank you

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