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What Causes Constant Pain In The Legs, Hips And Arms?

I have frequent pain in certain areas of my body in my legs and hips and arms when I touch a certain spot it s like a burning pain pretty intense especially when I massage it almost like a lump but after it feels a little better . I was a personal trainer about 5 years ago and really haven t been exerciseing much since . I m confused at how this happens I m 55 years old and have never had this before , I would appreciate any help Thank you Deborah
Fri, 16 Jun 2017
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Hello,

Based on your symptoms I would like to rule out fibromyalgia. Would you clarify few things for me please?
• Do you smoke or consume alcohol?
• Do you still have your period?
• What are your height and weight?
• Do you have any children?
• Do you have any other medical issues or take any medications?
• Do you have any other symptoms like sleep disturbances or digestion troubles?
• Do you live alone?

I recommend:
• A physician consult
• Blood tests -- complete blood count, thyroid stimulating hormone, kidney and liver function tests, autoimmune panel (ANA, P-ANCA, C-ANCA, RF, lupus anticoagulant)
• Urine analysis
• Chest x-ray
• Hip joint x-ray if clinically indicated

Based on these and a thorough clinical examination, we can arrive at a diagnosis. Please try and exercise regularly. Start with walking at a comfortable pace. For more intense workout, consult your physician.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shuba Hariprasad
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What Causes Constant Pain In The Legs, Hips And Arms?

Hello, Based on your symptoms I would like to rule out fibromyalgia. Would you clarify few things for me please? • Do you smoke or consume alcohol? • Do you still have your period? • What are your height and weight? • Do you have any children? • Do you have any other medical issues or take any medications? • Do you have any other symptoms like sleep disturbances or digestion troubles? • Do you live alone? I recommend: • A physician consult • Blood tests -- complete blood count, thyroid stimulating hormone, kidney and liver function tests, autoimmune panel (ANA, P-ANCA, C-ANCA, RF, lupus anticoagulant) • Urine analysis • Chest x-ray • Hip joint x-ray if clinically indicated Based on these and a thorough clinical examination, we can arrive at a diagnosis. Please try and exercise regularly. Start with walking at a comfortable pace. For more intense workout, consult your physician. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shuba Hariprasad