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What Causes Persistent Headache,pain In Calf And Shortness In Breath?

Hi, I have been sick but have been hospitalized 2x in the past for PE. I am on Warfarin and just had my INR tested today and it came back at 124. (I should be 2.5) I have had a headache for about a week straight, my left calf is extremely tender to the touch (not hot), I am slightly out of breath after doing daily activities and my chest and back ache. I don t want to go to the ER unless there is a real concern. I don t have a way to test my O2 levels. I have had the flu....perhaps I m still just sick?
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have persistent headache,pain in calf and shortness in breath . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like peripheral neuropathy , injury , gout , soft tissue injury or venous insufficiency .

The symptoms can also occur due to kidney failure , DVT or heart failure .

Doctor may recommend orthotic devices like special shoe . You should reduce your weight .I would suggest you to consult podiatrist for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan or x-ray along with blood test and urine test and physical examination to confirm the diagnosis .

Doctor may also refer you to orthopedic surgeon for foot problem , who may prescribe diuretic along with muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory . Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist . For now avoid doing any activities that causes pain
- ICE COMPRESSION over the painful area once in 2-3 hours
- Elevate your leg on a cushion or a pillow while you are lying or sitting down
- Use analgesic anti-inflammatory medications like Advil or Aleve to reduce the pain and inflammation.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Persistent Headache,pain In Calf And Shortness In Breath?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have persistent headache,pain in calf and shortness in breath . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like peripheral neuropathy , injury , gout , soft tissue injury or venous insufficiency . The symptoms can also occur due to kidney failure , DVT or heart failure . Doctor may recommend orthotic devices like special shoe . You should reduce your weight .I would suggest you to consult podiatrist for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan or x-ray along with blood test and urine test and physical examination to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may also refer you to orthopedic surgeon for foot problem , who may prescribe diuretic along with muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory . Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist . For now avoid doing any activities that causes pain - ICE COMPRESSION over the painful area once in 2-3 hours - Elevate your leg on a cushion or a pillow while you are lying or sitting down - Use analgesic anti-inflammatory medications like Advil or Aleve to reduce the pain and inflammation. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari