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How To Treat Severe Pain In Left Leg While Suffering From Osteoarthritis?

i have had problems with my left leg for a few days now but its like lately has pain that runs from my hip down towards the knee and back of the knee and my calf also dr says i have mild - severe osteoarthritis but am curious to whats goin on with my left leg i cant hardly find a comfortable postion to keep it from aching
Thu, 28 Apr 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe pain in left leg while suffering from osteoarthritis . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like sciatica , gout , bursitis , herniated disc or broken bone . But in your case the symptoms are due to osteoarthritis. I would suggest you to give proper rest to your leg , apply warm compresses on leg , keep your leg stabilize and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan, MRI or physical examination . Doctor may give plaster , prescribe orthodox MR along with anti inflammatory and recommend physical therapy or surgery in severe joint problem . Gentle massage with flax seed oil will be helpful.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How To Treat Severe Pain In Left Leg While Suffering From Osteoarthritis?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe pain in left leg while suffering from osteoarthritis . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like sciatica , gout , bursitis , herniated disc or broken bone . But in your case the symptoms are due to osteoarthritis. I would suggest you to give proper rest to your leg , apply warm compresses on leg , keep your leg stabilize and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan, MRI or physical examination . Doctor may give plaster , prescribe orthodox MR along with anti inflammatory and recommend physical therapy or surgery in severe joint problem . Gentle massage with flax seed oil will be helpful. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari