WWYD? (leg pain and calling the Dr)

[jewel441]

Let me start this by saying I am extra paranoid bc my SIL has a history of blood clots. I have never had one. My left leg feels really sore and crampy in the calf, shin and ankle, it's hard to tell where the pain is coming from exactly. I am sure I just did something to it, but I don't remember doing anything specific. My left foot is a little tingly in certain positions. My leg feels much better when I am standing. There is no swelling or redness or anything like that. It started last night, I was really freaking out, I finally got to sleep around 2, but when I woke up its still hurt

So my question is should I call the dr's office after hours line? Or should I just wait and see. I feel like I am just being paranoid, but I also don't want anything bad to happen. So I can wait until Monday and see how it feels, or I could call now.  Help Please!

[readinglove]

I would call, just for peace of mind. I go with the better safe than sorry mindset. I hope it's just that you tweaked something. Keep us posted!

[Deleted]

Did you do any exercise yesterday where you could have tweaked it? Also, does it feel like a Charley horse? I got those pretty early on w my last pregnancy and sometimes the pain would linger after the cramp

[jewel441]

@becominggold I didn't exercise yesterday, but I did walk some, and not in great shoes. It's not like a Charley horse, more like a dull ache/cramping.

[Deleted]

Jul 11, 2015 8:54:05 GMT -5 jewel441 said:

@becominggold I didn't exercise yesterday, but I did walk some, and not in great shoes. It's not like a Charley horse, more like a dull ache/cramping.

I would probably call just to be safe. Hope it is better soon!!

[LadyNymeria]

Walking in not great shoes could definitely cause pain. I know I can feel it in my ankles, calves, knees, etc. if I walk a lot in bad shoes for walking. But there's nothing wrong with giving them a call to be safe if you're worried!

[awkwardturtle]

I would also call. Better to know and get some medical advice. 

[jewel441]

Thanks everyone! I called the line and am waiting for the doctor to call back. fx it's nothing but FTM paranoia

[jewel441]

The doctor called me back and said it's very unlikely pregnancy related, I probably just tweaked it and just to call them back if it starts swelling or gets very red. I am glad I called though, hopefully it goes away soon.

[LadyNymeria]

Jul 11, 2015 9:22:25 GMT -5 jewel441 said:

The doctor called me back and said it's very unlikely pregnancy related, I probably just tweaked it and just to call them back if it starts swelling or gets very red. I am glad I called though, hopefully it goes away soon.

Glad to hear they don't think it's anything. I really think the not very good shoes could be the culprit. It's amazing how much your body can be affected by small changes in foot position or placement while walking, and it can definitely hurt.

[sdchick]

I'd call. Even though I worry about being "that patient" that calls over every little thing, it helps to hear everything is ok. My doc assured me it's better to call than not call.

[jewel441]

Jul 11, 2015 9:40:06 GMT -5 sdchick said:

I'd call. Even though I worry about being "that patient" that calls over every little thing, it helps to hear everything is ok. My doc assured me it's better to call than not call.

Ya she didn't act like I was stupid for calling or anything. She was really nice and reassuring. Which is a good sign in general. I was really torn between two practices, and decided on this one, and as my first interaction with a doctor there, I feel really good about my decision. I have a group appt next week, so if I still feel worried I can ask the nurse to take a look then.

[rnmommy]

With DVTs there is generally swelling and redness. You probably just strained something, but good for you for calling. Blood clots can be serious.

[cinnamonsmiles]

When I was on BC I was deathly afraid of getting a clot. I'm glad you called, peace of mind is way better than stressing about whether it could be or not. I actually had an ultrasound done on my legs just to be safe and it turned out to be nothing. Glad to hear that it seems like yours is as well!

With DS, I had crazy tight tendons and leg cramps until I started stretching every night and upped my potassium intake. Hope it goes away and nothing worrisome ever comes back!

[LadyNymeria]

How's your leg feeling today jewel441?

[jewel441]

Jul 12, 2015 9:39:21 GMT -5 LadyNymeria said:

How's your leg feeling today jewel441?

A lot better. I have still been getting some random cramps, but it definitely feels much better. The doctor said more potassium and calcium so I am going to try that.

[LadyNymeria]

Jul 12, 2015 9:46:03 GMT -5 jewel441 said:

Jul 12, 2015 9:39:21 GMT -5 LadyNymeria said:

How's your leg feeling today jewel441?

A lot better. I have still been getting some random cramps, but it definitely feels much better. The doctor said more potassium and calcium so I am going to try that.

That's great!