Yesterday I Couldn't Move My Left Leg Much. It Was

Posted on Wed, 26 Aug 2020

Question: Yesterday I couldn't move my left leg much. It was so painful! From my knee to my hip. I thought maybe I had a pinched nerve. Today it is fine! Sore to the touch, but I can move it no problem. I have had a DVT in that leg in the past.

Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Most likely pinched nerve

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
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The symptoms you experienced could likely be a pinched nerve. This can occur mostly in cases where you slept in some awkward position.

Since the symptoms resolved in a day, not to be worried about.

The soreness you are experiencing will also subside in a day. However, if pain worsens or you develop any swelling/redness in the affected leg, then follow up with your primary provider/urgent care to rule out any underlying causes like DVT.

Hope this answers your question.
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Regards
Dr.Lekshmi Rita Venugopal

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee