Blood clots can form in the deep veins of the legs, usually as a result of an underlying condition or remaining stationary for long periods. This condition — deep vein thrombosis — often causes pain that begins in the calf and feels like soreness or cramping. Deep vein thrombosis is potentially life-threatening, as the blood clot may dislodge and travel to the lungs.

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