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What Causes Unilateral Swelling In The Leg?
Question: Ihave moderate swelling in my left leg from the knee down. My np ordered a sonogram and no blood clots were found. What else could cause this swelling? XXXXXXX from OHIO
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. Unilateral leg swelling with no clot or deep venous thrombosis history should be evaluated for other causes. At this age of 72, it could be some joint problem as you had back surgeries in past, it could be dependant edema, some lymphatic drainage issue. Local infection causes like cellulitis needs to be ruled out if the swelling area is warm and painful to touch. It could be some systemic manifestation from a heart or kidney problem but that should elicit in both limbs and not one. Local causes mostly vascular and venous and lymphatic drainage should be thoroughly evaluated. Talk to your doctor and let them find the possible cause.
I hope it helps. Take good care o yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.
Regards
Khan
Supportive care
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. Unilateral leg swelling with no clot or deep venous thrombosis history should be evaluated for other causes. At this age of 72, it could be some joint problem as you had back surgeries in past, it could be dependant edema, some lymphatic drainage issue. Local infection causes like cellulitis needs to be ruled out if the swelling area is warm and painful to touch. It could be some systemic manifestation from a heart or kidney problem but that should elicit in both limbs and not one. Local causes mostly vascular and venous and lymphatic drainage should be thoroughly evaluated. Talk to your doctor and let them find the possible cause.
I hope it helps. Take good care o yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.
Regards
Khan
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