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Both of my legs from the knees down are painful when touched, including wearing socks, or long pants. the vein surgeon says there is no blockage. i've had this for 2 years. wearing shorts in the winter is no fun. suggestions? thanks?

Q: both of my legs from the knees down are painful when touched, including wearing socks, or long pants. the vein surgeon says there is no blockage. i've had this for 2 years. wearing shorts in the winter is no fun. suggestions? thanks?

: Your symptoms are most consistent with allodynia, hyper-sensitivity from a peripheral neuropathy. You need to see an experienced neurologist and get a thorough exam and appropriate testing as needed.

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Your symptoms are most consistent with allodynia, hyper-sensitivity from a peripheral neuropathy. You need to see an experienced neurologist and get a thorough exam and appropriate testing as needed.

Dr Trantalis, DPM agreed

Answered 3/1/2022

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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You need a proper NEURO rexam to see if you have a neuropathy.

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A member asked:

Both of my legs from the knees down are painful when touched, including wearing socks, or long pants. the vein surgeon says there is no blockage. i've had this for 2 years. wearing shorts in the winter is no fun. suggestions? thanks?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Trantalis, DPM agreed

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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