I hope it's not a clot Jo*Mar, but this information might be beneficial.

Signs of a clot in the legs, or Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), are :

* swelling of the affected leg
* pain and tenderness in the affected leg - you may also find it difficult to stand properly with your full weight on the affected leg; possible pain on extending the foot.
* redness in the area
* skin that feels warm or hot to the touch over the sore spot

A good test to see if a clot exists:

*Sit with the affected leg extended
*Get some-one to bend your toes towards you

A positive reaction would be a sharp pain in the back of the calf.


A clot in the leg veins can cause a number of complications, including inflammation (phlebitis) and leg ulcers. However, there is a real danger occurs if the clot leaves the vein and travels through the circulatory system, where it finally lodges in a lung (pulmonary embolism). This is a potentially life threatening situation.

Anyone who thinks they might have a clot, should see a doctor. A scan of the veins in the affected area (venous dopler) is the only way of knowing for sure if a DVT exists.