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What Causes Swelling In The Left Leg?

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Posted on Tue, 22 Aug 2017
Question: Inside of my left leg is swollen on the surface vein. There is no pain, I can walk normally, but it does not like being touched: tender. THE SWELLING RU FROM THE BOTTOM EDGE OF THE LEG.S 6 TO 7 INCHES ALONG THE TOP OF THE INSIDE OF THE LEFT LEG.
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Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (20 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Varicose vein most likely . needs further details please .

Detailed Answer:
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Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

* Seems varicose vein most likely .

Kindly provide further details so that I can answer your query completely .

1. Swelling - duration , progress , changes of overlying skin color , temperature .
2. Similar swelling anywhere else in leg involving this or opposite side .
3. Elevate your left leg over 3 - 4 pillows for 15 minutes and then observe any
change or difference in the appearance of the same .
4. Any other systemic issue as diabetes or high BP , cholesterol .
5. History of smoking .
6. If possible and no objection , take a picture from the camera or phone and
attach in next conversation .

Awaiting for your response .

Regards .
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What Causes Swelling In The Left Leg?

Brief Answer: Varicose vein most likely . needs further details please . Detailed Answer: Hello dear Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com I have evaluated your query thoroughly . * Seems varicose vein most likely . Kindly provide further details so that I can answer your query completely . 1. Swelling - duration , progress , changes of overlying skin color , temperature . 2. Similar swelling anywhere else in leg involving this or opposite side . 3. Elevate your left leg over 3 - 4 pillows for 15 minutes and then observe any change or difference in the appearance of the same . 4. Any other systemic issue as diabetes or high BP , cholesterol . 5. History of smoking . 6. If possible and no objection , take a picture from the camera or phone and attach in next conversation . Awaiting for your response . Regards .