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Suggest Treatment For Severe Leg Pain

Posted on Tue, 21 Mar 2017

Question: My wife is suffering from leg pains which start every day in the evening and dont let her sleep peacefully. Oils and massage are giving temporary relief but not permenanr. Please suggest a remedy for this.

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (19 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Get blood investigations as advised

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
Leg pain mostly in evening can be due to vitamin deficiency or restless leg syndrome.
Get blood investigations like thyroid profile, vitamin D, calcium levels.
Is there any other disease or medications being taken?
Any back pain?
Vitamin and calcium supplements can be helpful.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Neeraj Kumar (6 hours later)

No medications are being taken.Back psin also is there.

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (14 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Get examined and investigated by a neurologist

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Get examined by a neurologist and investigated.
Xray or mri of lumbar spine may be required.
Vitamin B12 and vitamin D levels should be done.
You can start on calcium supplements.
Pregabalin can be added too.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj