What is another word for milk leg?
Pronunciation: [mˈɪlk lˈɛɡ] (IPA) 
Milk leg refers to the swelling of a leg after a woman gives birth. The condition is also known as postpartum thrombophlebitis or phlegmasia alba dolens. While milk leg is a commonly used term, it may not be the most accurate medical term, and using synonyms can help to provide clarity. Other terms used to describe the condition include postpartum deep vein thrombosis, thrombosis of the femoral vein, and phlegmasia cerulea dolens. Each of these terms describes a specific aspect of the condition and can help medical professionals to diagnose and treat it more effectively.
