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What Causes Severe Pain In Leg After A Moderate Sunburn?

What s causing my severe leg pain after a moderate sunburn? no blisters minor swelling but its been 4days now and still when i stand i get severe pain shooting down my leg like a torn muscle. the best way i can describe it is the muscle burn when working out,the pain when u pull or sprain a muscle and a burning sensation all at the same time, what causes this??? Im a 33 year old white male no medical problems healthy active and no medications
Fri, 15 May 2020
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Hello,
Let me tell you that symptoms described by you suggests that you have Heat cramps or Charley horse. Charley horse a sudden contraction of leg muscles.
Luckily, sunburns is entirely preventable. Sun protection by clothing coverage and liberal amounts of a broad-spectrum sunscreen apply throughout the day is the best prevention.
Take planty of water and electrolytes.
Use non-steroidal anti inflammatory medication for pain management.

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

Take care 

Regards, 
Dr. Arup Majumdar (General physician and House physician)

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What Causes Severe Pain In Leg After A Moderate Sunburn?

Hello, Let me tell you that symptoms described by you suggests that you have Heat cramps or Charley horse. Charley horse a sudden contraction of leg muscles. Luckily, sunburns is entirely preventable. Sun protection by clothing coverage and liberal amounts of a broad-spectrum sunscreen apply throughout the day is the best prevention. Take planty of water and electrolytes. Use non-steroidal anti inflammatory medication for pain management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Take care  Regards,  Dr. Arup Majumdar (General physician and House physician)