Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Leg Aches, Tingle While Sleeping At Night Everyday. Overweight. Possible Reasons?

I am 58 years old and most nights when I lie down for the night my legs begin to ache and tingle, only the backs of my legs.
I've tried to figure this out, not drink wine, drink wine, exercise, not exercise. I admit I am about 20 pounds overweight but...
It happens nearly every night, no matter the circumstances or what I am doing during the day.
It keeps me awake . Any ideas?
posted on Fri, 8 Nov 2013
Twitter Fri, 8 Nov 2013 Answered on
Twitter Fri, 8 Nov 2013 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

The symptoms that you are describing can be related to neuralgia.

Neuralgia is nerve related pain that is caused by abnormal function or structure of a particular nerve.

There are different causes such as trauma, diabetes, vitamin b12 deficiency, infections such as herpes zoster, exposure to toxins, autoimmune diseases, side effects of some medications.

The determine the cause for your symptoms, you would need to be assessed by your doctor.

I hope this helps you
I find this answer helpful

2 Doctors agree with this answer

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Leg Aches, Tingle While Sleeping At Night Everyday. Overweight. Possible Reasons?

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic The symptoms that you are describing can be related to neuralgia. Neuralgia is nerve related pain that is caused by abnormal function or structure of a particular nerve. There are different causes such as trauma, diabetes, vitamin b12 deficiency, infections such as herpes zoster, exposure to toxins, autoimmune diseases, side effects of some medications. The determine the cause for your symptoms, you would need to be assessed by your doctor. I hope this helps you