Question 1

what is causing my lower leg pain in shin?

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See a Doc: You really need to be examined by a doctor to figure out what is causing the pain. Some things that could cause pain in the shin are shin splints which is an irritation of the covering of the bone called the periosteum. Tendon or muscle strains are also a possibility. Need to also look at possible problems with circulation. Sometimes the pain is far away from the source. A doc should figure out.

Question 2

what should i do for lower leg pain?

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Would all : Depend on the etiology.

Question 3

what might bring about my severe lower leg pain?

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Leg pain: Have you ever had low back issues or injury. This may be the cause of the lower leg pain unless there was a direct injury to leg that you haven't mentioned.

Question 4

how can you treat lower leg pain when exercising?

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Can be many : Sounds like an over pronation problem. Orthotics can help.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: lower leg pain?

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Usually calf pain: Many times "lower leg pain" refers to a diagnosis to rule out a blood clot in the deep vein in the calf, even though  it can be a muscle cramp or tissue injury or venous insufficiency or arterial claudication, etc. 
So the patient needs to see a doctor to decide what is causing this pain.

Question 6

about once a month, i get lower leg pain. is that ok or bad?

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It depend: The  is difficult question  to answer, I am going to try. To have pain in the lower part of your leg reportedly is un usual, i would try to discuss with family physican.

Question 7

i'm new to jogging and had my lower leg pain when i jog. may i know is this normal for new jogger?

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New Pain: Pain is the body telling you something is wrong. Often times lower leg pain in new runners is from a training error(ex. Too much too soon, hills, etc.) you need to prepare the body for running if you are going to use the running as a conditioning tool. Shin splints can give this pain and you need to have a professional examin the legs. Good luck...Often the answer is a short bout of directed p.T.

Question 8

i am experiencing  leg pain and pain shooting down the leg. the following also describes me: lower leg pain. what should i do?

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Hard to say: There are many potential causes.  Sciatica, which is an irritation of a nerve in the back, is one of the more common causes.  Arthritic conditions can cause leg pain as can vascular problems.  A detailed history and exam can often determine the cause.  Thank you for your question.

Question 9

can gout cause lower leg pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Gout could cause pain in all the joints and adjacent tissue to it.
Good luck, thank you.

Question 10

what causes lower leg pain on running?

Accepted Answer

Shin splints: Shin splints is a common cause. Other causes can be tendinitis, muscle strain or fatigue, stress fracture, or compartment syndrome.

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