What causes leg pain and soreness in women?
Disease description:
The daughter-in-law is pregnant and often experiences leg soreness. Why do the legs become sore and painful?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
Common causes of leg pain in women:
1. Prolonged standing or sitting: This is one of the most common causes. Maintaining the same posture for long periods can lead to poor blood circulation, resulting in leg muscle fatigue and soreness.
2. Lack of exercise: Long-term physical inactivity can weaken muscles, making them more prone to pain and soreness during daily activities.
3. Varicose veins: This is a vascular condition in which blood flows poorly through the leg veins, causing leg swelling, pain, and a feeling of heaviness.
4. Lumbar disc herniation: When the disc in the lower spine protrudes backward, it may compress nerves connected to the legs, causing leg pain, numbness, and other symptoms.
5. Peripheral artery disease: Conditions such as narrowing or blockage of the leg arteries can impair blood circulation to the legs, leading to local ischemia and hypoxia, which can cause pain and soreness.
6. Pregnancy: During pregnancy, many women experience leg pain due to weight gain and hormonal changes.
