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What Causes Swelling And Pain In Legs?
Question: I am experiencing swelling and pain in one of my legs just below the knee. Could that be from a blood clot?
Brief Answer:
It may be arthitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.Blood clot is formed after injury if you have no history of injury then blood clot is less likely.swelling and pain around knee is most likely due to osteoarthritis .I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal .
It may be arthitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.Blood clot is formed after injury if you have no history of injury then blood clot is less likely.swelling and pain around knee is most likely due to osteoarthritis .I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal .
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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