1. See a doctor within 3–5 days (do not wait longer): • Best specialist: Vascular surgeon or Interventional radiologist (experienced in venous diseases) • Or General surgeon / Dermatologist who handles varicose veins • In India (common in most cities): look for “Venous clinic” or “Varicose vein specialist” 2. Likely tests/treatment the doctor will do: • Doppler ultrasound of both lower limbs (venous Doppler) — gold standard to check superficial/deep veins, valve incompetence, clot (DVT), perforators • Lymph node USG if needed (to see if reactive or suspicious) • Blood tests — D-dimer (if DVT suspicion), CBC, CRP (inflammation) • Compression stockings (Class 2 or 3) — most important first treatment • Elevation + lifestyle advice • If large varicosities → sclerotherapy or laser/RFA later

• Immediate relief (start today): • Leg elevation — lie down with legs raised above heart level 15–20 min, 3–4 times/day • Wear compression stockings (below knee, Class 2, 20–30 mmHg) during day — buy from pharmacy (brands: Vissco, Tynor, Sigvaris) • Avoid long standing/sitting — take 5 min walk every hour • Warm compress on swollen areas 10 min twice daily • Pain & swelling control: • Paracetamol 650 mg as needed • Topical Voltaren gel / Diclofenac gel (Moov, Volini) on painful areas • Avoid tight socks/shoes • Lifestyle (critical to prevent worsening): • Walk 30–45 min daily (breaks up pooling) • Reduce salt — less pickles, papad, processed food • Drink 2.5–3 liters water • Lose weight if overweight (even 5 kg helps venous pressure) This is almost certainly venous-related — once diagnosed with Doppler and started on compression + elevation, most people see significant relief in 2–6 weeks. For a complete plan (which compression stocking brand/size in your city, exact Doppler test wording for doctor, best vascular specialist in your area, when to do sclerotherapy if needed), please book an online consultation with me — I’ll guide you step-by-step so the swelling and pain reduce fast and you avoid complications. Looking forward to helping you walk comfortably again — book now and let’s get this sorted quickly