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How Can Leg Pain, Which Aggravates While Sitting Or Lying Down, Be Treated?

I have diabetes and lately I have pain in my leg that starts mostly when I sit .it lokks like pressure in the upper thigh but it also starts in my toes . I take aspirin 2of 325 mg that helps after 30 minutes , but I get this every day in the evening. or when I am in bed. I do not have any symptoms during the when I am active. Do I have to live with this or is there some medication ?
Tue, 31 Jan 2017
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Welcome to HCM,
In view of the fact you have diabetes, you might be developing a form of "neuropathy" a painful condition of the nerves. Topical application of ointments containing Capsicum (red pepper) has given some of my patients relief.

If overweight, lose the weight. Try not to sit too long. Use a sacral or ischial tuberosity support cushion to help alleviate the weight on joints as you sit.

The doctor can properly evaluate you and if it is nerve pain, there are medications to help with that as well.

Best Wishes to You, Kathryn Shattler, MS,RDN
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How Can Leg Pain, Which Aggravates While Sitting Or Lying Down, Be Treated?

Welcome to HCM, In view of the fact you have diabetes, you might be developing a form of neuropathy a painful condition of the nerves. Topical application of ointments containing Capsicum (red pepper) has given some of my patients relief. If overweight, lose the weight. Try not to sit too long. Use a sacral or ischial tuberosity support cushion to help alleviate the weight on joints as you sit. The doctor can properly evaluate you and if it is nerve pain, there are medications to help with that as well. Best Wishes to You, Kathryn Shattler, MS,RDN