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What Causes Swelling In The Leg?
I am a 78yr old male.My right thigh and leg have swollen to twice the size of the other one.it affects me when I wak My right thigh and leg have swollen to twice the size of the other one,i get pain trying to stand and walk.what can I doÉ
Wed, 17 Dec 2014
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Condition need to be examined clinically for Deep vein thrombosis and varicose vein, till then keep the leg in elevated position drink more water, if this is not paining then no need to have any analgesic, hope this information helps, have a nice day.
Well come to HCM
Condition need to be examined clinically for Deep vein thrombosis and varicose vein, till then keep the leg in elevated position drink more water, if this is not paining then no need to have any analgesic, hope this information helps, have a nice day.
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