What causes pain and numbness in leg and thigh?

Posted on Thu, 28 May 2015

Question: I have numbness in my leg. It is mainly in my thigh. When I am tired or have been standing for a short time my leg begins to really be painful. When this happens and I touch my thigh it feels like it is burning. Even though there is a burning sensation I cannot feel my hand on my thigh touching it.

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Ali Rauf (58 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
need some details to guide you better

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thank You for contacting HCM. My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.

I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way.There could be a number of causes for your complaint. I Would be in a better position to guide you anything if you answer following questions please:

1. since when are you having this problem?
2. is there any prominence of leg veins a well?
3. can you share a clear image of that area?
4. any history of recent trauma?
5. are you on any medication?
6. do you or anyone in the family has history of diabetes, hypertension or any other illness?
7. any other symptom that you would like to share?

I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar