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What Causes Stinging Sensation On Leg From Knees To Ankle?

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Posted on Wed, 1 Apr 2015
Question: I have stinging, prickly feeling down the out side of my left leg from my knee to my ankle.. It is annoying and disturbing when I lie down. It does not seem as bad when I am standing or walking. I've had it for some time, but it would disappear. Now its gotten worse and is not going away. What could be the problem?
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Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
compression of nerve root in lower spine.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

It could be due to compression of nerve root in lower spine. Get an xray/ MRI of lower spine done to diagnose your condition. I suggest you to get it examined by your orthopadician for proper management.

Hope this helps you

Warm regards.
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What Causes Stinging Sensation On Leg From Knees To Ankle?

Brief Answer: compression of nerve root in lower spine. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. It could be due to compression of nerve root in lower spine. Get an xray/ MRI of lower spine done to diagnose your condition. I suggest you to get it examined by your orthopadician for proper management. Hope this helps you Warm regards.