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I'm sorry I know that this has been asked a few times. How long do we need to worry about a blood clot? I have some pain in my legs & hubs says it's dehydration or me being older! :o Seriously, how dare he!? ;)

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you can get a blood clot at any time surgery or not, but being dehydrated and not moving much, makes the chances higher, drink and walk, even around the inside of the house...usually the leg will swell and get red...good luck and i hope all is well... :)

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elevated risk for two weeks or so after surgery. and then what vicki said....just keep moving!

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Thanks a bunch! Maybe I'll spin tonight!?

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I was told upon discharge from the hospital to get up and walk down the isle and back if flying or stop and walk around the car a time or two, once every hour. This was to continue for six weeks.

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Thx, NtvTxn! I better get on my bike!

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