I had an arteriovenous fistula placed in my left groin area in April 2010 for exchange transfusions, I was sent home immediately with no physical therapy. My leg was swollen for about six months, I was using a wheelchair and decided to try walking on my own as I did so I felt more pain than ever. No that my leg has gone down my hips, knees and foot has been hurting really bad. is this normal? I've told my hematologist but nothing seems to be getting done. p0lease Help??!