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Suggest Treatment For Severe Leg Pain

I experience pain in my left leg when sitting for prolonged periods of time (more than half an hour). The pain begins behind the knee and generally travels up through the back of my thigh (Hamstring?). The pain subsides quickly when I get up and begin moving about. I am a very healthy 50 year old female who doesn't smoke and rarely drinks alcohol. I exercise for approx 45-60 minutes five or six times per week.
Tue, 24 Feb 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
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I have gone through your query and understand your concern. You may be having early osteoarthritis of both knees. It can be confirmed by x rays of both hips in standing. Quadriceps excercises and glucosamine are helpful. Ibuprofen is helpful in pain relief. You can get your vitamin D level and if found low you can take its ( vitamin D3)supplements. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it.Hope I have answered your query.If you have any further questions then don't hesitate to writing to us . I will be happy to help you.
Wishing you good health.
Take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Leg Pain

Hi Welcome to healthcaremagic I have gone through your query and understand your concern. You may be having early osteoarthritis of both knees. It can be confirmed by x rays of both hips in standing. Quadriceps excercises and glucosamine are helpful. Ibuprofen is helpful in pain relief. You can get your vitamin D level and if found low you can take its ( vitamin D3)supplements. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it.Hope I have answered your query.If you have any further questions then don t hesitate to writing to us . I will be happy to help you. Wishing you good health. Take care.