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Question:
I had the vein stripped from my lower leg 2 weeks ago under local anesthetic. Fine for first few days, walking no problem, Now swollen, purple toes and extreme shooting pain unless I keep leg raised. I have been prescribed various anti-inflamatory drugs. Is this aññ normal and how long is it likely to go on? I am male, 46 years old and in good health.
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| Dr. Kolvenbach |
Living and practicing in Duesseldorf, Germany, Dr. Ralf Kolvenbach serves as Chief of the Department of General and Vascular Surgery at Augusta Hospital. Dr. Kolvenbach is also a Professor of Vascular Surgery at the University of Duesseldorf. He is affiliated with the German Board of Vascular Surgery as a Fellow, the European Society of Vascular Surgery as a full member, and the Royal Society of Medicine (UK) as a Fellow, among others.
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Answer:
No this not normal, go and see your surgeon imediately
