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What Causes Pain And Discomfort In The Left Leg?

Hello. I often have pain/discomfort on the outside of my left leg. Almost every day; it comes and goes. My right leg does not have any problem. Only the side part of the left leg. It occurs both at rest or walking. Sometimes, but infrequently, my left knee will buckle while I m walking. Just for a second, not enough to cause me to stop. Any idea on what might be the problem? Thank you.
Mon, 22 Jan 2018
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.

There are many reasons of leg pain.
Due to spinal disc bulge there can be compression of nerve supplying your leg leading to pain and difficulty in walking. You may need to do MRI spine to see for nerve compression.
Due to compression of nerve there is leg pain with it.

For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started.
Till time, avoid lifting weights. You can consult physiotherapist for help.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.
I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.

Another differential can be leg muscle cramps.
Leg Muscle cramps are very common in females my advise for you
Take plenty of water, fluid intake will dilute toxins.
Physiotherapy with ultrasound and Tens will help you,
Take potassium rich diet.
Hot and cold fomentation to leg

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care
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What Causes Pain And Discomfort In The Left Leg?

Hello, I have studied your case. There are many reasons of leg pain. Due to spinal disc bulge there can be compression of nerve supplying your leg leading to pain and difficulty in walking. You may need to do MRI spine to see for nerve compression. Due to compression of nerve there is leg pain with it. For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started. Till time, avoid lifting weights. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief. I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level. Another differential can be leg muscle cramps. Leg Muscle cramps are very common in females my advise for you Take plenty of water, fluid intake will dilute toxins. Physiotherapy with ultrasound and Tens will help you, Take potassium rich diet. Hot and cold fomentation to leg Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care