28th May 2025

A 68-year-old lady with a background of osteoporosis has been taking raloxifene for the past 2 years.

A 68-year-old lady with a background of osteoporosis has been taking raloxifene for the past 2 years. She presents to the Acute Medical Unit complaining of a swollen right calf that is tender to touch. On examination, the skin is well perfused, not overtly warm to touch, and smooth, with palpable pulses in both feet and normal sensation in both lower limbs.

Given this patient’s history, what is the most likely diagnosis?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.