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Leg Pain

Leg pain causes pain and discomfort to the legs. It occurs due to various causes like wear and tear, injuries to the joints, muscles, and ligaments, and problems in the lower spine. It can also occur due to blood clots, varicose veins, or poor circulation. The other causes of leg pain are deep vein thrombosis, gout, infection, peripheral neuropathy, rheumatoid arthritis, sprains, and stress fractures. Taking pain medications helps to provide some relief. Applying heat or cold provides some relief. Stretching and massaging help a lot.

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I have pain in my left and right leg. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 67-year-old male, and for the last two weeks, I have been suffering from heavy pain in my right leg for the last one month. I suffered from extreme left leg foot swelling, and my uric acid level was high. Accordingly, the doctor has done treatment, and now my left leg has little pa...  Read Full »


Dr. Kanani Darshan Jayantilal

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I am sorry you are experiencing pain in your right leg. It is good that your uric acid levels have decreased after making dietary changes and receiving treatment for the left leg swelling. Regarding shifting pain from the left to the right...  Read Full »

I have had persistent leg pain following a high fever. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from leg pain for the past few years. The pain started in my legs after I got a high fever that lasted for more than a week. Since then the pain is persistent. But for the past few days, the pain has increased. When I stretch the leg and press it, the pain goes aw...  Read Full »


Dr. Kanani Darshan Jayantilal

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. Some potential causes of persistent leg pain in young people include musculoskeletal disorders such as fibromyalgia, myositis, or nerve compression syndrome like sciatica. Given that you have been experiencing pa...  Read Full »

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