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What causes burning sensation in shins?

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More than one answer: If you are a runner then shin splints could be present. Other causes could be peripheral neuropathy, peripheral vascular disease (poor circulation), or connective tissue disease.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/6/2017

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