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Leg swelling after hip operation

My grandmother (age:74) underwent hip fracture operation in August 2016. There is pain and heaviness in the leg while walking even now. She is doing the exercises as said by the physiotherapist and also completed the dosage of medicines. However the pain and heaviness doesn't seem to subside, what could be the reason?

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When was the last x-ray done? What was the status of fracture? Has it united or not? Post the recent x-rays so that i can advise you. ...  Read More

Hi team Hope all well and healthy. Papa had an operation because the hips were broken. There is swelling in the leg even after a week of the operation. And sneeze ups and down again & again which is very painfull for him. Could someone please refer me a medicine for the same if any Appreciate all your response Thank you

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Kindly first consult your treating doctor or Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh h ...  Read More

It is common to feel heavy while walking from left leg after hip bone fracture and how much time does it take to recover completely after operation

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The hip fracture usually takes 8-12 weeks to heal .It depends on the type of fracture and treatment done. ...  Read More

Mother 92 years fell down and having swelling on left hip. She is having Parkinson type-2 for the last 15 years. Need your advice.

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Since the age of the patient is 92 and history of fall is there. Chances of fracture are definitely there, especially if swelling is present. Please contact an orthopedic if the swelling doesn't subsi ...  Read More

Pain at leg and hip joint. I consulted doctor 2 years back, he said it is because of infection at bones. There is no swelling at the area of pain. Can u tell me what can i do???

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Keep your leg elevated, do some stretching exercises. Please get nearest physiotherapy centre for examine and therapy. Thank you ...  Read More

Every month whenever i get periods... i suffer from seviour hip pain with swelling

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Hello I understand your concerns We have many good homeopathic medicines for this condition to treat it completely from the root itself without any harmful sideeffects that are part of conventional m ...  Read More

I have swelling on lower hip and because of that my bladder is swelled as well

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Hello dear ... I would like to know little more info or history of your problems.. It would be great if we can continue our conversation on my private window as here I am restricted to give you few li ...  Read More

Y right leg swelling very often and the severe pain while standing or walking from lower hip to calf ..

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I am facing issue that i got swelling in right hip because of this i am unable to sit stand and do my regular activities i went to doctor as well he said its a bacterial infection however i am taking medicine from last two days but no improvement please help me out

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Kindly tell which medicines you are taking. Is there pus present in the lesion? Take homeopathic antibiotics and ointment for relief. ...  Read More

Can leg Length be increase with the operation if one leg is shorter then the other and is there any side effect of it and what is the success rate.

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Yes Its possible Success rate is good but varies depending upon various factors like skin condition, bone quality, how much lengthening required, blood circulation of leg etc ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, My mother is 68 years old. She is experiencing swelling and pain in her right leg, at the same spot where she had a fracture about 1.5 years ago. We consulted an orthopedic today—X-ray shows the bone is fine. We are now waiting for the uric acid test report. If the uric acid report also comes back normal, could you please suggest whic

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Ice compression apply Crepe Bandage Limb Elevation Rest Any kind of painkiller ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, My father is facing swelling in both legs(Foot) from last 10 days. Legs used to be swell most when he worked and when he rest, it decreased but not cured. He is a diabetic patient and also takes BP medicines. Please help me in this and provide proper suggestions for treatment. What checkup needs to do for proper diagnosis and treatment

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The leg swelling can be due to multiple reasons in his case, like high BP, kidney problem or even heart problem. Kindly meet a doctor for complete evaluation and treatment. Suggesting tests without se ...  Read More

On 10 may 2025 I got a high fever, and checked it was Typhoid. After that I took medicines after the doctor's consultation. But after the Typhoid fever ( around 05/ 06/ 2025 ) ended my both legs started swelling, at starting it's very small but with time it's size increased. I visited the doctor ( 10/06/2025 and 16/06/2025 ) for this issue, he told

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Hello, the whole leg has swelling and sprained. Not able to move leg, and there is pain in calf. Not able to visit a doctor physically.

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Consult online with me with proper photos ...  Read More

My mother is 46 years old she has swelling in legs when she walks or stands or does some work please tell if there is some problem please help

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My mother is suffering with rheumatoid arthritis recently her left leg covered with red colour swelling. what precautions she has to take to cure leg swelling quickly.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

15 days back vomiting and taken medicines as advised. Since one week swelling on both legs. BP and mild sugar, taking medicines since last 10 years

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Please check your Blood sugars as well Do KFT for leg swelling Manage sodium and blood sugar level To reduce swelling. ...  Read More

Hi Doctors, I'm 23rd week pregnant. From the past few weeks onwards , my legs are swelling . The right leg is swelling more compared to the left leg . Sometimes it reduces automatically and the right leg is always seen with a little bit of swelling. Is this normal in pregnancy or any care needed for this ?

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She has swelling in legs and some time vibration in lower portion of legs. Sometimes feeling leg pain and not able to walk more.

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Hello doctor i have so many swelling on leg,i am suffering from kidney problem since 6 months, kindly suggest how to decrease swelling on leg

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Causes of swelling in patients with kidney diseases can be various. 1. Very high protein is passing in urine, which can lead to low albumin in blood, subsequently causing swelling in the legs. 2. ...  Read More

In a small accident my father leg gets a regular pain in leg, recently he got swelling in his leg and quiet pain too.

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Ice application Share xray ...  Read More

My wife age 34 having leg swelling (edema). Specialy at morning leg is swelling and while I touch it with hand. I feel hot. For past 4 days she is having this problem. What can I do now

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Attach a picture. Answer few questions. Do some investigations. Consult. For further queries or guidance whatsapp nine three seven zero two eight four three seven six. ...  Read More

My wife has swelling in her left leg below knee for last two months. I have shown to physician and take medicine for one month. Slight improvement was observed. Still swelling persist. Please advice.

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According to your query and sign and know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment as you have mentioned as above . Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it ...  Read More

Having swelling in leg for more than a month it doesn't reduce even with massage or keeping foot inclined

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Doctor I have swelling in both the legs and pain in knee and below area. Since past two-three days the pain has increased so much that it is causing discomfort and i am feeling like very much tired. Swelling was since few months but pain was occasional, but since past two-three days I am having very much pain in my legs below the knee area. The

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Flexabenz spray Injection voveran For instant relief ...  Read More

Recently, my father had undergone breast operation Hir left breast was completely removed due to cancer.found , after which there is swelling in his legs and severe pain in one foot

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Please consult the surgeon who has done the surgery. for swelling of foot, keep the foot in elevation and regular Uncle to moments encouraged ...  Read More

Legs swelling due to standing. I had marriage in my home due to tha last 3-4 days were hectic. Please suggest.

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Check blood pressure Share photo of leg ...  Read More

Having hair wound on right leg.please advice .Also swelling on right leg .I am diabetic also.its 4 days please advise

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need more clinical history and images. a clinical consultation will be helpful for treatment advice. ...  Read More

Rashes all over hip, legs and butt.. it's itching also.. I have taken alaspan tablet, atarax tablet, taczine tablet,zydip lotion, cutisoft cream given by doctor. But it has increased since then. Pls help what is this and what should I take to cure this.

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consult online for further treatment ...  Read More

I had collision while playing football 4 days ago I was in normal full covered shoe other party was naked feet but while kicking football foot to foot collided swelling front feet was there pain I applied ice and dfo cream 3-4 times a day as of after 4 days the pain reduced to 80 % earlier I was unable to walk on that feet now swelling reduced to

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