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What Causes Swollen Limbs And Tender Breast?
Question: I am a 51 yr old woman with a history of lung cancer in rt lung. I started swelling last week only on rt side from foot all the way up. Now rt breast is swollen, hot, hard, with stinging and burning. twice the size as left. What could this be?
Brief Answer:
Could be Deep vein thrombosis
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX it could be Deep vein thrombosis. Swelling of the limbs sudden onset suggests thrombosis. You should see your Doctor who can advice you to get a Color Doppler done to confirm the same. You also might require a Chest Xray to see the status of the lungs. When did you have cancer and how was it treated? Do let me know but more importantly see your Doctor for the relevant investigations at the soonest. Take care.
Dr Rishi, New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
Could be Deep vein thrombosis
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX it could be Deep vein thrombosis. Swelling of the limbs sudden onset suggests thrombosis. You should see your Doctor who can advice you to get a Color Doppler done to confirm the same. You also might require a Chest Xray to see the status of the lungs. When did you have cancer and how was it treated? Do let me know but more importantly see your Doctor for the relevant investigations at the soonest. Take care.
Dr Rishi, New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
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