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2. Localized Tenderness and “Cramp-Like” Pain
Many victims of blood clots initially dismiss their symptoms as a simple “Charlie horse” or muscle strain. However, DVT pain has distinct characteristics. It often manifests as a deep, persistent ache or a sensation of extreme tightness that intensifies when you flex your foot upward or attempt to walk. Unlike a typical muscle cramp, which dissipates with stretching or hydration, clot-related pain is relentless and often accompanied by a sense of tenderness along the path of the deep veins.
