Calf muscle pain in elderly 68 years old

2019-08-31 04:38:00
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

Answered2019-09-02 16:52:17

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If associated with tingling numbness then see neurologist If isolated calf pain then see an orthopaedic

Answered2019-08-31 11:44:06

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It can be deep vein thrombosis so consult a general surgeon

Answered2019-08-31 11:21:03

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