What causes pain in both legs, and how is it treated?
Jan 24, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Shuai
Introduction
In general, causes of leg pain may include intense physical activity, lumbar disc herniation, fractures, arthritis, osteomyelitis, and others. Patients are advised to seek timely medical attention for appropriate diagnosis and treatment. In daily life, it is recommended to avoid spicy and irritating foods, and instead consume more light, easily digestible foods such as steamed egg custard, rice porridge, and Chinese yam porridge, which are beneficial for overall health.
Under normal circumstances, causes of leg pain may include intense physical exercise, lumbar disc herniation, fractures, arthritis, osteomyelitis, and others. It is recommended that patients seek medical attention promptly for appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Intense Physical Exercise
After prolonged or strenuous exercise, muscles may experience pain, fatigue, and other symptoms. This type of pain is usually temporary. It is recommended to apply cold compresses such as ice packs or cold damp towels to the affected area immediately after exercise, for about 15–20 minutes per session. Cold therapy can help reduce inflammation and swelling, thereby relieving pain.
2. Lumbar Disc Herniation
Lumbar disc herniation may be caused by damage or degeneration of intervertebral discs. Compression of nerve roots can lead to muscle tension and spasms in surrounding areas. These muscular issues may result in symptoms such as leg pain and numbness. Medications such as mecobalamin dispersible tablets, vitamin B12 tablets, and eperisone hydrochloride tablets may be taken under medical guidance.
3. Fracture
Fractures may result from falls or trauma. A fracture is a serious bone injury; when bones in the legs break or crack, they can cause severe bilateral leg pain, deformity, and other symptoms. Surgical treatments such as open reduction of the fracture may be performed under a doctor's supervision.
4. Arthritis
Arthritis may be caused by chronic overuse or wear and tear. It leads to degeneration and erosion of joint cartilage. Cartilage damage allows bones to rub directly against each other, causing symptoms such as leg pain and stiffness. Medications such as meloxicam tablets, ibuprofen sustained-release capsules, and loxoprofen sodium tablets may be used under medical supervision.
5. Osteomyelitis
Osteomyelitis is typically caused by bacterial infection. The infection and damage to bone marrow tissue can lead to necrosis and destruction of the marrow, resulting in symptoms such as bilateral leg pain, high fever, and sweating. Medications such as acetaminophen tablets, diclofenac sodium sustained-release capsules, and ibuprofen capsules may be taken as directed by a physician.
In daily life, it is advisable to avoid spicy and irritating foods, and instead consume more light, easily digestible foods such as egg custard, rice porridge, and Chinese yam porridge, which are beneficial for overall health.
