HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Could Be Causing My Persistent Lower Leg Pain, Particularly In My Shins?

Seeking Medical Guidance for Persistent Lower Leg Pain I am a 19-year-old female currently on Nexplanon for two years and Sertraline for three months. I have a history of psoriasis. Approximately one year ago, I used to work in a manual field of work, involving the transportation of heavy weights. During that time, I began experiencing consistent leg pain. I do not run, I do not practice any sport but used to walk extensively. Recently, even walking for approximately 15 minutes has become painful. About two weeks ago, I attempted to run for six minutes, but I could not even cover a distance of 50 meters. I have been experiencing sharp, bilateral pain along the front of my tibias, approximately 3cm from the middle of my shins. It s important to note that this pain is distinctly felt on my bone and not on the adjacent muscles. During running, it feels as if my bones are crumbling. I consulted my gp, who initially hesitated to order an X-ray due to the bilateral nature of the pain, but I insisted, and the X-ray results were clear. My GP suggested that I might be suffering from shin splints. The hop test causes prolonged discomfort, and palpation of the affected area also results in lingering pain. Additionally, I have been experiencing knee pain and heel pain, with a sensation of pins and needles, although these symptoms are not as intense as my shin pain. I am uncertain about the next steps and whether I should seek a second opinion or request further tests. My GP advised rest, but I already lead a relatively sedentary lifestyle due to the pain. Any guidance on how to address this issue would be greatly appreciated.
Fri, 7 Mar 2025
Report Abuse
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Could Be Causing My Persistent Lower Leg Pain, Particularly In My Shins?