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Pregnant, Lump On Thigh, Varicose Veins. Had An Ablation. Taken Saline Injection. What Is The Possibility Of It Being A Clot?
hi, I am 42 years old, 36 weeks pregnant. I have a marble size lump on my left posterior inner thigh. It is tender to touch (which is how I noticed it) and slightly red. I have varicose veins, both the spider veins and the big ropey ones and had an ablation in sept of 2012. I had one saline injection treatment the day before I found out I was pregnant, so I have not had any more. I work on my feet (12 hour shifts) and am still working. I have gestational diabetes and a history of Cardiomyopathy (EF now 52%) ..... I have always had more swelling in the left than in the right leg, and it has gotten progressively worse throughout my pregnancy. Recently never less than a 2+ pitting. I am concerned that it may be a blood clot although I do not have any severe pain in the leg. I have woke from sleep about 4-5 times with leg cramps in the left leg throughout the pregnancy. Just not sure if it is just another varicosity or a possible clot .... thank you
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Hello, I would be happy to help you with your question.
Based on what you are describing and given the fact that you are pregnant (making your risk of blood clots greater), this could certainly represent a blood clot. It is often referred to as a DVT or deep venous thrombosis. This is simple to evaluate with an ultrasound of that leg. Call you OB and get this scheduled as soon as possible.
I hope that this helps and good luck!
Based on what you are describing and given the fact that you are pregnant (making your risk of blood clots greater), this could certainly represent a blood clot. It is often referred to as a DVT or deep venous thrombosis. This is simple to evaluate with an ultrasound of that leg. Call you OB and get this scheduled as soon as possible.
I hope that this helps and good luck!
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