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Suggest Treatment For The Infection In Calf

bypass surgery 1991, hip replacement 2003, have diabetes, pacemaker and defib 1999,now infection in right calf 1-2011, oral antibotics for 10 days after 2 dys intraveinous. swelling measuresd 19". dr advised raising leg above heart now, measures 17 1/2" seems stuck, skin very delicate what will be normal. next dr visit within 10 days
Fri, 17 Jun 2016
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hi
welcome to HCM
I read your history and can understand your concern.
dont worry, continue your antibiotic and complete the course. and go for followup with your doctor
thank you
take care
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Suggest Treatment For The Infection In Calf

hi welcome to HCM I read your history and can understand your concern. dont worry, continue your antibiotic and complete the course. and go for followup with your doctor thank you take care