Question 1

what causes burning sensation in legs from the knee down?

Accepted Answer

Neuropathy: Most commonly caused by diabetes. Several other conditions, including medication side effects can do this as well.

Question 2

what cause a burning sensation in lower leg right below the knee . the burning sensation  comes and goes.  it's not swellon or warm to touch.

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Answer depends on lots of information that we don't have. How long have you had it? When does it occur?  Do you have any other medical problems? This is the sort of question best answered after an in-depth history &amp; exam.  Unless, after tracking the pain, you can relate it to an activity (certain exercise, prolonged sitting/standing in a certain position or chair) or a particular style of shoe.

Question 3

about two months ago, i tumbled down a mountain with a round of firewood. significant bruise over most of outer side left calf. 1 month later, laid over street bike, the same area, same leg (calf). now, any pressure on calf causes burning sensation?

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor to ensure that compartment syndrome or blood clots are excluded.. Wish you good health!

Question 4

can anxiety cause burning sensation in legs ? would amitriptyline help for this ?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety - burning: Anxiety cannot cause a burning sensation in the legs, but Amitriptyline will help the symptoms as the med is a nerve pain agent, and burning is a symptom of nerve pain.

Question 5

burning sensation in legs,then numbness.calcium,iron,vit d,b12,thyroid,lead,arsenic,hemoglobin,ferritin,c protein,ldl,hdl,nerve ncv normal. reason?

Accepted Answer

Possibility: If you possess a small fiber neuropathy, this would explain your symptoms.  However, you would need a skin punch biopsy to diagnose.  Discuss this consideration with your doctor.

Question 6

burning sensation throughout my entire body from my head down to my legs.what may be the cause?

Accepted Answer

Nonspecific: The cause of this generalized sense of burning without other identifiable symptoms can be very elusive. Possibilities include anxiety or reaction to certain substances,spices,supplements,hormonal swings or medications. The vitamin Niacin, is a cause. Some people react to certain wines,for example. Try to think of any possible trigger. Eliminate spices,etc. If no results, your MD will investigate

Question 7

i have a hot burning sensation in my right leg ? what cause it, could it be a vein trying to break

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Hot burning sensation may be infection.  Wouldn't be a vein trying to break open but it could be related to veins such as a blood clot in a superficial vein (thrombophlebitis).  You can try heat and elevation.  The heat increases your circulation so your body can try to take care of it naturally.  If it doesn't settle down soon you should get it checked.

Question 8

i occasionally have a burning sensation on the side of my right leg where the soleus and gastrocnemius are located. what could cause this?

Accepted Answer

Leg pain: It might be best for you to have someone take you to the nearest Emergency facility. They will certainly examine you, but you might be sent to a Bone specialist.

Question 9

muy left leg has had a burning sensation for about a week now , from top right to my toes and it seems to be getting stronger, what could be cause?

Accepted Answer

Burning: Sensations like burning and tingling can be a sign of undiagnosed diabetes or another nerve damaging condition. If you haven't been thoroughly evaluated by your podiatrist or neurologist, you should schedule an appointment right away.

Question 10

burning sensation in groin fold area and in legs off and on what's the cause?

Accepted Answer

Intertrigo: Intertrigo is primarily caused by skin-on-skin friction and is characterized by initial mild erythema that may progress to a more intense inflammation with erosions, oozing, exudation, maceration, and crusting. Intertrigo is facilitated by moisture trapped in deep skinfolds where air circulation is limited. Treatment is with vytone cream 1%.

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What causes burning sensation in legs

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What causes burning sensation in legs from the knee down?

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What cause a burning sensation in lower leg right below the knee . the burning sensation comes and goes. it's not swellon or warm to touch.

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About two months ago, i tumbled down a mountain with a round of firewood. significant bruise over most of outer side left calf. 1 month later, laid over street bike, the same area, same leg (calf). now, any pressure on calf causes burning sensation?

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Can anxiety cause burning sensation in legs ? would amitriptyline help for this ?

A member asked:

Burning sensation in legs,then numbness.calcium,iron,vit d,b12,thyroid,lead,arsenic,hemoglobin,ferritin,c protein,ldl,hdl,nerve ncv normal. reason?

A member asked:

Burning sensation throughout my entire body from my head down to my legs.what may be the cause?

A member asked:

I have a hot burning sensation in my right leg ? what cause it, could it be a vein trying to break

A member asked:

I occasionally have a burning sensation on the side of my right leg where the soleus and gastrocnemius are located. what could cause this?

A member asked:

Muy left leg has had a burning sensation for about a week now , from top right to my toes and it seems to be getting stronger, what could be cause?

A member asked:

Burning sensation in groin fold area and in legs off and on what's the cause?

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