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What Causes Swelling In Leg?

right leg is swollen on one side...went to dr. had ultrasound done of my leg to check for blood clot and its nothing. Im currently almost 10 weeks pregnant with my second child. My right leg was swollen yrs ago, same spot, same leg, and ultrasound showed no blood clots. I am on my feet at work and constantly moving around. I am worried that this is something serious even though ultrasound showed no blood clots
Tue, 29 Mar 2016
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hi,

as you have mentioned the little of the history and diagnostic procedures performed. I feel you should try doing leg exercises. try dipping the leg in warm water for 15 minutes then Keep the leg over the pillow while lying on your back. that means the leg is elevated above the level of heart to get venous drainage. also perform some simple exercise like ankle toe movements and straight leg raise. during pregnancy swelling is common and can be avoided by some simple exercises. I don't think there is serious issue where you have to worry. if the symptoms persists talking to a gynec or a gynec physical therapist will be of great input.

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What Causes Swelling In Leg?

hi, as you have mentioned the little of the history and diagnostic procedures performed. I feel you should try doing leg exercises. try dipping the leg in warm water for 15 minutes then Keep the leg over the pillow while lying on your back. that means the leg is elevated above the level of heart to get venous drainage. also perform some simple exercise like ankle toe movements and straight leg raise. during pregnancy swelling is common and can be avoided by some simple exercises. I don t think there is serious issue where you have to worry. if the symptoms persists talking to a gynec or a gynec physical therapist will be of great input. thank you