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Can anxiety/stress cause cause leg pain ?

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Not from nothing: If the leg is just fine to begin w/ - it is very unlikely (but possible). If already imperfect, yes. Intense anxiety/stress can make any pain much worse. So, find and make as much therapy help as you can!

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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