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Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a life-threatening situation, where blood clots form in one or more deep veins in the body. The symptoms are swelling of legs, painful and tender legs, the skin of the leg turns red, and swollen and red veins appear on the leg. This blood clot can break loose and travel through the bloodstream and block the blood supply to vital organs.

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What causes burning pain in legs which worsens on sitting?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 34 years old. I have had pain in both of my legs when sitting for about 12 years. The pain starts 15 minutes after sitting and it is pretty bad. There are itchy and burning pain between my calves and ankles and it feels like my legs are squeezed in this area. At the same time, ther...  Read Full »


Dr. Preethi

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Leg pain can have so many causes but from your history of aching after sitting suggest a possibility of DVT (deep vein thrombosis). DVT is the formation of a blood clot in a deep leg vein (blood vessel). The pain is typically a burning or cramping sensation. Immobilit...  Read Full »

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