Can anemia cause weakness and soreness in the legs?
Apr 07, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Heyang
Introduction
Anemia may cause symptoms of weakness and soreness in both legs, but it may also not lead to such leg fatigue and soreness—the specific outcome depends on individual circumstances. It can cause a significant increase in white blood cells and may affect other surrounding organs. In addition, leg weakness and fatigue could also be related to advanced age, reduced heart and lung function, or other factors.
In general, anemia may cause symptoms of weakness and soreness in both legs, but it may also not lead to such symptoms; this depends on individual circumstances. The specific analysis is as follows:
1. No
Regular picky eating that leads to nutritional deficiencies can affect red blood cell production in the body and result in anemia. When anemia is mild, symptoms may manifest in the respiratory and cardiovascular systems, such as pale skin, shortness of breath, and palpitations. However, it does not affect limb function, so it will not cause leg soreness or weakness.
2. Yes
In cases of leukemia, a large increase in white blood cells occurs, which can affect surrounding organs and suppress hematopoietic function, leading to anemia. When anemia becomes severe, symptoms such as general fatigue and heart failure may occur. Therefore, anemia might also cause weakness in both legs, depending on the individual's condition.
Besides these factors, leg weakness and fatigue could also be related to advanced age, reduced cardiopulmonary function, and other causes.
