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What Is The Treatment For Red And Swollen Leg?

Hello sir
My dad is having a right leg problem which has been inflamed below the calf region and it becomes red and hot to and it had swollen too we are not getting what has actually happened to him we have also consulted a doctor and he gave a large list of medicines but as is has taking medicines from along time but it haven showed a any signs of healing so please do the needful.
Tue, 10 Jan 2017
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Hi,

Some common reasons are:

- Deep vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Cellulitis
- Peripehal vascular disease
- Lymphedema

There are certain rare conditions which are:

- Polymyositis
- Dermatomyositis
- Connective tissue disease

Having a positive outlook, ,DVT is the most common reason. For this the doctor would suggest certain test like Ultrasonography, Venography depending on the presentation.Till then your dad can dip his legs in warm water bath to relieve pain. Leg elevation, ankle toe movements are some remedies that will give relief.

Hope this helps you. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Jenis Bhalavat
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What Is The Treatment For Red And Swollen Leg?

Hi, Some common reasons are: - Deep vein Thrombosis (DVT) - Cellulitis - Peripehal vascular disease - Lymphedema There are certain rare conditions which are: - Polymyositis - Dermatomyositis - Connective tissue disease Having a positive outlook, ,DVT is the most common reason. For this the doctor would suggest certain test like Ultrasonography, Venography depending on the presentation.Till then your dad can dip his legs in warm water bath to relieve pain. Leg elevation, ankle toe movements are some remedies that will give relief. Hope this helps you. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jenis Bhalavat