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What Causes Swelling In Ankle And Knee Post Removal Of Blockage In Right Calf?

I had angiography to clear up stents in right thigh this past Friday. Doc found a blockage in right calf so he ballooned it. My leg from knee to ankle is swollen also painful to walk. I was given pain med in hospital for the calf pain but none for home was told take Tylenol. My question is, is the swelling normal?
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Hello,

Swelling of leg could be deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or varicose veins. I suggest you to consult a surgeon for clinical assessment and doppler ultrasound to know the status of veins in legs.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri
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What Causes Swelling In Ankle And Knee Post Removal Of Blockage In Right Calf?

Hello, Swelling of leg could be deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or varicose veins. I suggest you to consult a surgeon for clinical assessment and doppler ultrasound to know the status of veins in legs. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shailja Puri