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Suggest Treatment For Knee Pain While Having DVT
Question: Hi - my brother has recently been diagnosed with a blood clot in his leg (behind the knee), and he was put on blood-thinning medication as a result. He has been on the meds for a few days and has been on bed rest. Today, he accidentally knocked the back of his knee (where the close is located) against a table - should we be concerned about the clot traveling?
Brief Answer:
Observation
Detailed Answer:
Hi there.
Thanks for the query.
Nothing to do as of now. Avoid massaging the limb. Apply ice to the affected region for pain relief. Keep the limb elevated if there is swelling. Take pain killers.
If you feel shortness of breath, do consult your Doctor immediately.
Regards,
Dr. Aashish Raghu
Observation
Detailed Answer:
Hi there.
Thanks for the query.
Nothing to do as of now. Avoid massaging the limb. Apply ice to the affected region for pain relief. Keep the limb elevated if there is swelling. Take pain killers.
If you feel shortness of breath, do consult your Doctor immediately.
Regards,
Dr. Aashish Raghu
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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