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Im 17 this has been going on for months my right leg feels heavy all the time sometimes there like tingling or sharp pains but those type of pains only come once in a while my right leg feels heavy and tension can this lead to amputation or paralyze?
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Dr evaluate : Symptoms continuing for months should be evaluated by Dr with a thorough history, physical exam/neurological exam & possible lab & xray tests, to evaluate for nerve cause or circulation cause. If nothing obvious found, physical therapy might help. Doubtful will lead to amputation in your young age
Answered 5/24/2020
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