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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT, Blood Clot in the Legs)

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Leg swelling generally occurs because of an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the tissues of the lower extremity.

Symptoms that can be associated with leg swelling include:

leg pain, numbness, redness, itching, rash, shortness of breath, and ulceration of the skin.

A deep vein thrombosis describes a blood clot that forms in the deep veins located in the arm or leg. It is important to know the body's anatomy and function to understand why clots form in veins and why they can be dangerous.

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