5. Persistent Leg Pain
Random leg pains can flare up from time to time, but if your leg pain hangs around, you may want to get it checked out. Leg pain can come from something as simple as a strained muscle, or a more notable issue like a tendon injury in your knee.
For simple muscle aches and pains, you can treat your symptoms at home with rest, ice, and elevating your leg. If the pain persists, however, work with your physician to decide if more intervention or treatment is needed.
These signs should be tended to at once, particularly if you’re at higher risk for DVT. “Sometimes,” says Dr. Purdy, “blood clots can break off and become clots in the lungs, which can be life-threatening.”
If you’re at risk for DVT and develop a red, swollen calf that is warm to the touch, seek medical attention immediately.
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