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jason16136
jason16136

I was diagnosed with acute dvt in left calf 4 weeks ago. Been kn rivaroxaban have 7 tables left after 6 weeks but still getting cramping sensation in my calves. I had a ct scan 4 weeks ago they said as a precaution but still not been worked. Constantly worried i am going to die. Othereise i feel ok apart from really bad anxiety. Any help would be appreciated please.

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  • Dumodal
    Dumodal jason16136

    Posted

    Hey Jason, I am 3 months after my femoral DVT and I still get some weird cramps and shock like pains through my leg, I think this is normal as the body is trying to dissolve the clot and it takes quite of time, if the pain is unbearable I suggest to go to your GP or straight to the A&E.

    You are on treatment so that's a good thing, try to not to worry I know is hard with the anxiety but you are on treatment.

    • jason16136
      jason16136 Dumodal

      Posted

      Thanks Dumodal

      Sorry to hear you are suffering to. Its just the result from the ct scan which is worrying more did you undergo scans? Was yours provoked or unprovoked?

      I broke my tib and fib last april and have rod and bolts in. Which are due to be taken out because of the pain. I also flew 5 weeks b4 my dvt and i had a fall the night before i went to hospital. The hospital said these were not provoking factors and hence taking me for a ct scan.

      Regards

  • Dumodal
    Dumodal jason16136

    Posted

    I got mine after a catheter ablation they went inside my groin and probably is related to that, I am being tested for genetics disorders and May Thurne syndrome just in case.

    What your CAT said?

    It's very common with people with bone trauma to get DVT, did they put you on anticoagulant after surgery? Because they should or at least antiplatelets .

    Anyways they should test you for genetic disorders as a precaution, if not I suggest to contact the hematologist.

    • jason16136
      jason16136 Dumodal

      Posted

      I have seen a hematologist. They have discharged me.. still no results from cat scan.. after having it 4 weeks ago. Its no annoying not knowing lol. Are you rivaroxaban?
  • Dumodal
    Dumodal jason16136

    Posted

    I know how you feel my genetic test are in March!!

    It's weird the hematologist didn't ask for genetic test, I think you should ask for second opinion.

    Yes I am Rivaroxaban, 20mg per day until who knows when but probably a year! If the test come back clean.

  • ruth06223
    ruth06223 jason16136

    Posted

    The ct scan is usually to make sure the dvt hasn’t been caused by something else or the clot hasn’t broken up and travelled up to your lung. You usually get a result either in the day or in a week. I’m quite surprised you’re on the tablets for 8 weeks as it takes about 12 weeks for the clot to dissipate. I was diagnosed with a clot in November I still have pain and it can take up to a year before the pain goes. As sometimes the clot leaves scarring. A friend of mine had a clot 4 years ago and can still feel the scarring. Try using a calf sleeve when sat in one position ie at a desk or traveling for a while. Also use one when you exercise. But don’t try and exercise before 3 months otherwise it will hurt like hell and they may be a slight risk the clot may break off. And when at home take calf sleeve of and try and elevate your leg higher than your hip. Good thing is they have found it and your on blood thinners. Try not to get stressed about it
    • ruth06223
      ruth06223

      Posted

      I’m on th same tablets as you. Had a gig dosage for a month the. On a lower dosage for 6 months 😩

  • jason16136
    jason16136

    Posted

    Thanks for all you advice guys hopefully it all comes back. But think i need to see doc for more tablets as dnt want to stop tablets if i sm still feeling same pain.

    Thankyou x

  • jason16136
    jason16136

    Posted

    Wow 4 weekes on and coupel of hours after starting this chat. Ive had my ct results and no abnormalities. Massive weight lifted. Thankyou everyone X
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