Can thigh pain with diabetes indicate thrombosis?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am a 67-year-old male with a height of 5.7 feet and weighing 189 lbs. I have been a type 2 diabetic patient for 20 years. I take Losartan for blood pressure, Metformin and Amlodipine, Gliclazide, Tamusolin for prostate, Omeprazole for hiatus hernia, and Allopurinol for gout. I drink coconut water to prevent night cramps. I drink and smoke, but I am trying to stop smoking with the help of nicotine substitutes.

About a year ago, I woke up with severe pain in my right inner thigh, which took approximately three minutes to fade. This has happened several times, and I now have constant mild pain in the same place. Somebody suggested it may be a thrombosis. Please help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Deep vein thrombosis can affect anyone, though certain risk factors, like prolonged immobility, surgery, or underlying conditions, can increase the risk. If the issue has been present for a year without complications such as swelling, pain, or redness, it may be less likely to be DVT. However, this does not completely rule it out. Some cases can remain silent or present with very mild symptoms. It’s important to get a proper evaluation, especially if there's concern about circulation or clotting. A Doppler ultrasound can help confirm or rule out DVT. Always consult a healthcare provider for an accurate diagnosis and advice.

Could you tell me if there are other symptoms like swelling, redness, or difficulty breathing? Also, does the pain or attack always happen at the same spot?

Depending on these, we can proceed to identify what could be the underlying pathology.

You may need to get a test or two done.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.