Burning legs or burning sensation in legs refers to a tingling or numbing feeling which occurs in one or both legs, part of the leg, or just the feet. But mostly, a sensation of heat that resembles a burning sensation in the legs is common in most individuals.
There are several underlying conditions which can trigger sensations of leg burning. Most patients with leg injuries, or exposure to extreme heat, cold, or toxic substances also experience a burning sensation in the legs. Some people feel burning legs during exercise which do not require medical attention.
Additionally, several risk factors such as age, gender, physical inactivity, pregnancy, obesity, etc. contribute to the burning sensation in the Here are some common causes which can lead to burning sensation in the legs -
In rare cases, several medical conditions can also result in the feeling of burning sensation in the legs. Medical disorders include-
While burning legs is in itself a symptom, there are several signs which can indicate the development of the condition. Other than numbness and tingling sensation, the patient may experience the following depending on the cause and medical condition -
Throbbing pain that might also feel like muscle cramps
If you're experiencing burning sensations in your legs that do not improve with rest and home treatment, it’s essential to get in touch with a neurologist in Kolkata. Seek medical assistance if the pain or swelling gets worse, or the individual may have a high temperature. Here are some signs when you must consult the doctor for burning sensation in your legs and feet -
For mild to moderate discomfort due to excessive exercise, treatment may not be necessary. But mostly, doctors recommend treatment options based on the underlying cause and severity of the condition. If the burning sensation in the legs is due to medical disorders, the treatment aims to treat the condition.
In case of meralgia paresthetica treatment, the doctor may recommend -
For venous reflux treatment, the doctor may recommend the following -
Treatment for peripheral neuropathy includes the following -
Multiple sclerosis treatment includes -
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The doctor recommends several diagnostic tests to diagnose the cause of the burning sensation in the legs -
Venous reflux is a medical condition which interferes with blood circulation from the affected veins to the heart. It often leads to the pooling of blood which can leak into the leg tissue resulting in severe pain mostly during the night.
You are likely to be diagnosed with meralgia paresthetica if you experience the following symptoms -
Home remedies for treating burning legs include -
There can be temporary sensations like burning or itching of the skin as the anxiety kicks in. Anxiety activates the body’s response to stress which is why you may feel sensory symptoms on your skin, arms, legs or scalp.
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