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What Causes Swelling In Legs?

hi, my name is Melanie. I have had a fight on the back of my calf for the past 4 days and it s been getting tremendously worse. my leg has swollen twice its size. I am in alot of pain around the area and it shoots up my leg. It is red. And has a hole inside of it now with price showing through. I have been to the doctor twice and all they gave me was pain medication. I have missed work because of this and I really need a solution. & I was wondering maybe what it is. Please help me.
posted on Mon, 7 Jul 2014
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Hi,
Thanks for your query.

There are numerous causes and conditions that produce swelling in the legs. A few important causes are chronic venous insufficiency, Heart related issues, kidneydisorders, liver problems, water retention etc.

A thorough and detailed evaluation along with a few investigations are needed to establish the correct diagnosis.

I suggest you to consult a General physician for further evaluation and management.

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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What Causes Swelling In Legs?

Hi, Thanks for your query. There are numerous causes and conditions that produce swelling in the legs. A few important causes are chronic venous insufficiency, Heart related issues, kidneydisorders, liver problems, water retention etc. A thorough and detailed evaluation along with a few investigations are needed to establish the correct diagnosis. I suggest you to consult a General physician for further evaluation and management. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care