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Should I Consult The Doctor For The Shooting Pain In The Calf Started After The Treatment For Pulmonary Embolism?

Hi, I recently had a pulmonary embolism and was prescribed warfarin. My INR levels have been good. My last reading was 2.2. However, suddenly today I started getting a sharp pain in my groin. It wasn t bad at first but now it is quite painful. Also, it started shooting pain down my right calf. I am worried that it may be another clot but I don t know how that would be possible. Also, It seems to go away when I am sitting, but hurts when I am standing or walking. Should I go to the ER
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As you had pulmonary embolism and you are on treatment for it.If you are having any pain in the calf there may be chances of dvt.You should visit your doctor and consult regarding the condition and in such cases you need to be careful.
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Should I Consult The Doctor For The Shooting Pain In The Calf Started After The Treatment For Pulmonary Embolism?

As you had pulmonary embolism and you are on treatment for it.If you are having any pain in the calf there may be chances of dvt.You should visit your doctor and consult regarding the condition and in such cases you need to be careful.