Question 1

My left leg behind the knee like the pit the far right side is tender after runs like a dull ache feels tender too press in also. then goes down after couple of days what is this?

Accepted Answer

A meniscal tear is possible. Please use a knee brace and get some physical therapy to improve the symptoms and let the knee heal before continuing with the runs.

Question 2

After standing for a while or when running, i get a dull ache behind my leg--in the tops of my calves, right under the back of my knees. why?

Accepted Answer

Probable achilles tendinitis which is stretching the tendon  where it inserts on the heel. Try wearing a heel lift in your shoe or a slight heel to relax the tendon from its insertion. Ice, rest, topical irritants  like icy hot or bengay can help to. If it doesn't get better visit your local doctor for further evaluation and treatment.

Question 3

Dull aching pain behind knee right above the crease.  woke up with it?

Accepted Answer

Sounds very non -specific. Specific diagnosis difficult without physical exam of the area. Apply a little ice and take 600mg Ibuprofen with food. If not improving over next few days see PCP for a check up.

Question 4

I have recently had knee issues where they are red when  i straighten my leg they click or feel the need to and sometimes a mild dull ache sometimes a bit more painful than mild but not bad i cant find any answer for this what could be causing this?

Accepted Answer

A more detailed history and specific tests may be needed to diagnose your condition. The simplest would be traumatic injury (such as sport-related) if the complaints followed a suspicious event but you may also have a localized inflammation of the joint. Check with an orthopedist if symptoms continue.

Question 5

I am feeling some groin discomfort. sometimes from sitting or laying in a certain way, sometimes  feeling a dull ache in the left knee or leg as well.

Accepted Answer

pain could be hernia or pulled muscle.  Please see your doc for a proper diagnosis.  He/she may suggest physical therapy or stretching exercises.  Qigong and tai chi can be helpful when medical conditions ruled out.  Peace and good health.

Question 6

My legs are very sore after sitting for a while. the back leg (behind the knees) hurts and i can't straighten my legs for a few seconds, then its fine.?

Accepted Answer

This sounds like degenerative arthritis of the knees, where the inflammation feels worse after you've been sitting for a while, and slowly gets better as you walk it out. If the pain is especially intense in the back of the knee, you might want to get checked for a "baker's cyst", which could be removed. Other problems could be: torn cartilage, inflammation of the knee cap, bursitis, even a clot.

Question 7

Ache pain in my legs at night . it hurts a lot especially calves and behind knees . any suggestions ?

Accepted Answer

While this could be something like arthritis, there are several other disease processes that can cause leg pain. If it's both legs, it could mean muscle cramps from salt imbalances or even restless leg problems from anemia.  You need a full physical exam from a physician, who can then decide what further testing, if any, may be necessary.

Question 8

Slightly swollen knee little stiff and sore back off leg behind knee?

Accepted Answer

Could be a Baker's Cyst.  Tough to say for sure.  Ultrasound behind knee could show this.

Question 9

Why does my hip and leg get sore when i lie on it for too long and why is my leg getting shootin pains behind the knee?

Accepted Answer

Too many unknowns yet...
Was there an injury?
Is there swelling or other problems with your leg or back?
Consider seeing someone to get a full exam and discuss the full history of this problem.

Question 10

What causes a dull ache in right leg?  i broke my right femur a few years ago.  consistent pain in knee since break and now the dull ach.

Accepted Answer

From the injury.  Some people get pains with the weather but some have constant pain.  As long as your doctor is aware of this and says it is ok then you can just take nsaids or aspirin.  If you have not told your doctor you should because constant pain is not really normal.

Dull ache in leg behind knee

My left leg behind the knee like the pit the far right side is tender after runs like a dull ache feels tender too press in also. then goes down after couple of days what is this?

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After standing for a while or when running, i get a dull ache behind my leg--in the tops of my calves, right under the back of my knees. why?

Dull aching pain behind knee right above the crease. woke up with it?

I have recently had knee issues where they are red when i straighten my leg they click or feel the need to and sometimes a mild dull ache sometimes a bit more painful than mild but not bad i cant find any answer for this what could be causing this?

I am feeling some groin discomfort. sometimes from sitting or laying in a certain way, sometimes feeling a dull ache in the left knee or leg as well.

My legs are very sore after sitting for a while. the back leg (behind the knees) hurts and i can't straighten my legs for a few seconds, then its fine.?

Ache pain in my legs at night . it hurts a lot especially calves and behind knees . any suggestions ?

Slightly swollen knee little stiff and sore back off leg behind knee?

Why does my hip and leg get sore when i lie on it for too long and why is my leg getting shootin pains behind the knee?

What causes a dull ache in right leg? i broke my right femur a few years ago. consistent pain in knee since break and now the dull ach.

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