
Today She's Complaining That Her Legs Feel Like They Are

Question: today she's complaining that her legs feel like they are burning
Brief Answer:
Peripheral neuropathy can cause burning sensation on legs.
Detailed Answer:
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I read your query and here is my advice.
The burning sensation on legs may be related to an underlying issues which can cause peripheral neuropathy or nerve compression.
She can take antiinflammatory drugs such acetaminophen, aspirin or ibuprofen to relieve it a bit.
Taking antiseizure medications with doctor's prescription such pregabalin or gabapentin will help her a lot to relieve symptoms.
Also you can find capsaicin cream over the counter even online which is used to relieve symptoms of burning sensation on legs.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Peripheral neuropathy can cause burning sensation on legs.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
The burning sensation on legs may be related to an underlying issues which can cause peripheral neuropathy or nerve compression.
She can take antiinflammatory drugs such acetaminophen, aspirin or ibuprofen to relieve it a bit.
Taking antiseizure medications with doctor's prescription such pregabalin or gabapentin will help her a lot to relieve symptoms.
Also you can find capsaicin cream over the counter even online which is used to relieve symptoms of burning sensation on legs.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Prasad

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