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Calf muscle pain in elderly 68 years old
Hello, could you please let me know which medical profession to consult for calf muscle pain in elderly 68 years old male, diabatic and heart patient? Ortho or neurologist?
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First we need to examine him to rule out DVT or pain originating from spine or local causes. Get him examined by an orthopaedic doctor
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If associated with tingling numbness then see neurologist
If isolated calf pain then see an orthopaedic
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Dr. Madhur Mahna
Orthopedist
13 yrs exp
Delhi
It can be deep vein thrombosis so consult a general surgeon
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