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What Causes Painful Knots In The Legs After A Heart Attack?

I had a heart attack in March. Taking Plavix, got 2 big bruises, one on each leg. They are now gone, but rock feeling knots which are sore to the touch, for several weeks now, they do not seem to be be getting any larger, but persistently remaining. Should, I be concerned?
posted on Wed, 19 Oct 2016
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Hello,

I think they might be infected. It's usual to get bruise while on Plavix. The worst thing is they might get infection. That's why should get them checked by your caring doctor.

Applying alternating warm and cold compresses can help.

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

Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Painful Knots In The Legs After A Heart Attack?

Hello, I think they might be infected. It s usual to get bruise while on Plavix. The worst thing is they might get infection. That s why should get them checked by your caring doctor. Applying alternating warm and cold compresses can help. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician