What Causes Sudden Bursts Of Pain In One Leg?

Posted on Tue, 17 Jun 2014

Question: I am 62 year old female. I have been having sudden intense bursts of pain one leg just below the knee slightly to the outside, only last for a few seconds, but very painful. Can occur when standing or sitting. I cannot do anything to duplicate the pain, just seems to come unexpectedly, but it is quite intense. for 3 days now and reoccurring more frequently. The area is only slightly tender to the touch. No recent injuries or accidents. No trouble bending, or using the leg.

Answered by Dr. Chander Mohan Singh (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Get x-ray done.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have gone through your query.

Exact cause of pain can only be described by seeing the report of x-ray both knees standing in AP view. So please send me the report so that I can see the present condition of you knee joint.

Till then you can take 1 tab aceclofenac+thiocolchicoside three times a day.

Avoid squatting, upstairs as much as you can.

Apply hot packs for 30 mins in morning and evening.

I hope it helps.

In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link:

http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-chander-mohan-singh/67013

Thanks.

Dr.Singh.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T