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What Causes Hard Lumps And Blood Clots In Left Leg With History Of Having Knee Replacement?
I have had a knee replacement October 2014 on my left leg. I was given blood thinner because I had a blood clot in my left leg over30 years ago. I am very concerned because on the same leg I have on both sides of the leg I have hard lumps above my ankles and the lumps are sore to the touch. I have been told to drink plenty of water,it could be fluid and elevate my legs and have my leg massage. Please, can you help me!Help needed inPiscataway, New Jersey!
Wed, 26 Apr 2023
Hi,
The hard lumps and soreness you are experiencing in your left leg could be a sign of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which is a blood clot that forms in a deep vein in the leg. It is more common in people who have had knee or hip replacement surgery or who have a history of blood clots. If left untreated, DVT can lead to serious complications such as pulmonary embolism, which can be life-threatening.
I would recommend seeking medical attention immediately, especially if you are experiencing any other symptoms such as swelling, warmth, or redness in the affected leg. Your doctor may order a Doppler ultrasound to confirm the presence of a blood clot and prescribe appropriate treatment, such as blood thinners, compression stockings, or thrombolytic therapy. It is important to follow your doctor's recommendations and take steps to prevent future blood clots.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
The hard lumps and soreness you are experiencing in your left leg could be a sign of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which is a blood clot that forms in a deep vein in the leg. It is more common in people who have had knee or hip replacement surgery or who have a history of blood clots. If left untreated, DVT can lead to serious complications such as pulmonary embolism, which can be life-threatening.
I would recommend seeking medical attention immediately, especially if you are experiencing any other symptoms such as swelling, warmth, or redness in the affected leg. Your doctor may order a Doppler ultrasound to confirm the presence of a blood clot and prescribe appropriate treatment, such as blood thinners, compression stockings, or thrombolytic therapy. It is important to follow your doctor's recommendations and take steps to prevent future blood clots.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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Hi,
Physical examination can tell or may be varicose veins which needs USG test or can be infection. There many reasons. You should once consult a local physician to rule out severity, symptomatic. You can apply icy hot arthritis lotion (camphor, menthol topical).
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sunny Madar, General & Family Physician
Physical examination can tell or may be varicose veins which needs USG test or can be infection. There many reasons. You should once consult a local physician to rule out severity, symptomatic. You can apply icy hot arthritis lotion (camphor, menthol topical).
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sunny Madar, General & Family Physician
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