text: US=Diffuse thickening+edema of gastrocnemus. MD said its ok, ice it. Is this true? Leg's been hurting a lot for months. Now I limp after >10min walk
target: I am having leg pain along with limping even after a 10 min walk. US revealed diffuse thickening and edema of the gastrocenemius. I am icing the region, have appointment with my MD next month. Do I need surgery? 