Pain in the legs is not an independent diagnosis. As a rule, this symptom indicates a certain disorder (or several).<br /><br />The main negative side of pain in the legs is the impairment of the ability to walk, stand or/and sit.<br /><br />The main causes of leg pain are:<br />- varicose veins (varicose veins);<br />- peripheral vascular disease;<br />- injuries of soft parts;<br />- phlebitis of the superficial veins of the legs;<br />- bone infection;<br />- sciatica (neuralgia of the sciatic nerve);<br />- tissue deterioration;<br />- fracture or dislocation;<br />- deep phlebitis.<br /><br />The main symptoms of varicose veins are the presence of blue blood vessels in the legs and pain in the legs.<br /><br />With varicose veins, it is recommended to wear medical elastic stockings, take anti-inflammatory drugs. Medical treatment for this disease may include surgery, sclerotherapy, laser therapy.<br /><br />The main cause of varicose veins is a malfunction of the venous valves.<br /><br />The main signs of injuries of the soft parts of the legs are: pain in the leg after the injury, the patient cannot move the leg.<br /><br />Injuries to the soft parts of the legs can help: ice, compresses, raising the legs, rest.<br /><br />Physical activity is not recommended for injuries of the soft parts of the legs.<br /><br />Symptoms of a bone infection are: general malaise, fever, red or tender area over the leg bone, and sharp, persistent pain in a specific area of the leg.<br /><br />In case of a bone infection, the patient should consult a doctor. Such infections require antibiotic therapy.<br /><br />A bone infection can be caused by a fracture, trauma, or wound.<br /><br />Excessive physical activity and sports activity can cause pain and swelling as tissues in the legs wear out. Their time limit may improve the situation.<br /><br />Wear and tear of the tissues may be accompanied by tendonitis and pain in the lower leg.<br /><br />Deep phlebitis is characterized by swelling and pain in the leg, especially when the leg is bent.<br /><br />With deep phlebitis, the patient is advised to consult a doctor. Hospitalization and anticoagulant therapy may be required.<br /><br />Deep phlebitis is dangerous because of the likelihood of blood clots in the deep veins. Their entry into the pulmonary arteries can cause a deadly thromboembolism.<br /><br />The main symptoms of a fracture or dislocation are: pain in the leg after an injury, intense pain in the leg even at rest, inability to move the leg or move.<br /><br />In case of a fracture/dislocation of the leg, it is recommended to consult a doctor!<br /><br />The homeopathic remedy Arnica can be used to eliminate swelling and bruising in case of a dislocation/fracture.<br /><br />Sciatica (sciatic nerve neuralgia) is characterized by the following symptoms: acute pain and burning at the level of the buttocks, which radiates to the back of the leg.<br /><br />Treatment of sciatica may require the use of muscle relaxants, analgesics, and physical therapy.
