Question 1

having pain in back of legs tingly, cramping, ache, both the calf and thigh area, what can it be? did not do anything to cause the pain i.e. working out or heavy lifting. uncomfortable sitting or standing.

Accepted Answer

It : It sounds like you may have a herniated disc in your lumbar spine pinching nerves.  If you have weakness or bowel/bladder problems, you should be evaluated by a spine surgeon soon.  The pain and numbness may resolve on their own, but some people require an operation to remove the disc fragment and decompress the nerves.

Question 2

cause of constant low grade fever of 100.5 with body aches especially legs and back body twitching. legs feel heavy and i am always tired. bloodwork normal abdominal ultrasound good? any ideas?

Accepted Answer

Fever, fatique ?'s: Low grade fever with body aches and fatique can signify a viral infection.  If the bloodwork did not include influenza or Corona, you might want to be retested.

Question 3

can a mitral stenosis or enlarged left atrial appendage in the heart cause muscle cramping, aching, fatigue, and heaviness in the arms and legs during exercise and exertion?

Accepted Answer

: Possibly. I would consult your doc or cardiologist for guidelines on any activity based on their clear knowledge of your current health status. If this is a new pattern of symptoms it may be time to discuss some treatment options.

Question 4

would a ovarian cyst and uterine polyp cause pelvic pain every day & back ache, shivers down legs aching legs, headaches. heavy periods.

Accepted Answer

Polyp: A uterine polyp can certainly cause heavy periods. Ask if you are a candidate for a simple minimally invasive procedure called myosure. An ovarian cyst can cause pain.

Question 5

what causes weight loss (9lbs 2 months) headache body-ache and pain (back, arms and legs) ? cancer? brain cancer? stress, anxiety? thank you in advance?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation needed: Your symptoms are nonspecific and require a thorough history and system review, complete physical examination and appropriate testing in order to make a differential diagnosis and prescribe proper treatment or make a referral to a specialist. Possibilities include diabetes, overactive thyroid, autoimmune arthritis or malignancy. If it turns out to be anxiety, stress management therapy should help.

Question 6

what could b the cause of severe foot and ankle pain during and after walking? sore to the touch and weight is intolerable. how should i treat?

Accepted Answer

X-Rays: Pain during and after ambulation that is tender to the touch is indicative of an injury and possibly a fracture in your foot. You should protect the area and be seen in person by a physician for clinical and radiographic evaluation as soon as possible!

Question 7

i woke up and straightened my leg and my kneecap popped when i did, it started burning after that around my kneecap and i have a dull ache. i havent done anything strenuous lately and its been an hour since it happened, what couldve caused it?

Accepted Answer

Chondral fissur: You describe a sudden painful pop or catching that can be a one time event or if it recurs, especially at same knee bending angle repeatedly and reproducibly then it is more likely a patellar cartilage lesion or fissure. A thorough orthopaedic evaluation with appropriate imaging will reveal diagnosis.

Question 8

have had aching feeling down one leg for a few weeks. now it has a heavy feeling and slight numbness at times in that leg.

Accepted Answer

Ans: First you need to give a thorough history. For ex. Do you have a back history or do you do repetitive work?  StRt with this. Then you need s good exam from your doctor and possible diagnostic testing

Question 9

is an ache in my back and running down my leg cause for concern?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, the referral of the pain down the back of the leg could be sciatic nerve pain, which needs the attention of a doctor.

Question 10

what can cause sore painful legs?

Accepted Answer

Would need: Would need further history and physical exam to find out what could cause it. There are numerous things that can cause it.

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Having pain in back of legs tingly, cramping, ache, both the calf and thigh area, what can it be? did not do anything to cause the pain i.e. working out or heavy lifting. uncomfortable sitting or standing.

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Cause of constant low grade fever of 100.5 with body aches especially legs and back body twitching. legs feel heavy and i am always tired. bloodwork normal abdominal ultrasound good? any ideas?

A member asked:

Can a mitral stenosis or enlarged left atrial appendage in the heart cause muscle cramping, aching, fatigue, and heaviness in the arms and legs during exercise and exertion?

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Would a ovarian cyst and uterine polyp cause pelvic pain every day & back ache, shivers down legs aching legs, headaches. heavy periods.

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What causes weight loss (9lbs 2 months) headache body-ache and pain (back, arms and legs) ? cancer? brain cancer? stress, anxiety? thank you in advance?

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What could b the cause of severe foot and ankle pain during and after walking? sore to the touch and weight is intolerable. how should i treat?

A member asked:

I woke up and straightened my leg and my kneecap popped when i did, it started burning after that around my kneecap and i have a dull ache. i havent done anything strenuous lately and its been an hour since it happened, what couldve caused it?

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Have had aching feeling down one leg for a few weeks. now it has a heavy feeling and slight numbness at times in that leg.

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Is an ache in my back and running down my leg cause for concern?

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What can cause sore painful legs?

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