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Calf Pain, Recurring Condition, Popping Sound, Unable To Walk, Knot Formation. Treatment Options?
I am 34 year old female in good health. About 6 months ago, after a 6 hour drive to the beach, I got out to terrible calf pain. Concerned me but went away afer several days it went away. But during these 6 months it has come and gone often. Yesterday the pain returned and today i placed my weight on it stepping up and I felt a pop. I was not able to walk because flexing my foot caused awful pain. Took 800 mg of ibuprofen and as day has wore on it is some better. Should I be concerned. There was a knot and swelling but seems better.
Mon, 24 Dec 2012
Hello.
Thanks for posting your query.
From descripton , it seems you might having muscle strain or tear.
I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. You may get the MRI of the area affected under his/her guidance.
Meanwhile, apply ice packs to the affected area,anti-inflammatory drug like motrin to reduce pain and inflammation.
Wishing you good health
Regards.
Dr Saurabh Gupta
Thanks for posting your query.
From descripton , it seems you might having muscle strain or tear.
I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. You may get the MRI of the area affected under his/her guidance.
Meanwhile, apply ice packs to the affected area,anti-inflammatory drug like motrin to reduce pain and inflammation.
Wishing you good health
Regards.
Dr Saurabh Gupta
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