Written by Menswear Style in Health & Fitness on the 6th July 2021

Leg pain is something you probably have already experienced in life or will at some point. It can come from banging your leg against a stool or your coffee table. It can also come from having an accident or can simply be a cramp. But these pains tend to end after a few hours or days. However, if you have constant pain in your legs this is when you should seek help. It could be a sign of worse things to come with regards to your legs. But what are the warning signs you need to look for?

Swollen and Warm 

Other than pain in the leg/s, when you start to see your leg swell and feels warm, it may be a sign of an underlying health issue. This may be due to a blood clot, and this may be accompanied by skin sensitivity. The condition is called deep vein thrombosis DVT. DVT can be because of: 

- Pregnancy 

- Prolonged bed rest 

- Use of birth control 

- Cancer treatment 

- 65 years and above 

- Had DVT before 

When you have this condition, it can be dangerous as it can travel to your lungs. This will force its way to the artery and get caught there and comes with symptoms such as: 

- Breathing problems 

- Chest pains 

- Bloodstained cough

Burning Pain 

Some pains can be burning, and these are signs that you need to see a doctor for your legs. When you have this pain, it may be a sign of sciatica. This condition is known as meralgia paresthetica and may be accompanied by: 

- Weakness in the leg 

- Bad leg cramp 

- Pins and needles sensation 

- Pain when you cough 

When you don't treat this condition, you may have long-lasting complications such as: 

- Severe nerve damage 

- Bladder or bowel problems 

- Loss of feeling in the leg 

Fatigue 

Ongoing fatigue and leg cramps can cause concern, and you need to see a doctor for it. This may cause a condition known as peripheral artery disease. And the causes of this central disease are: 

- Smoking 

- Obesity 

- Age 65 and older 

- Have kidney failure

- High blood pressure 

This condition may also lead to: 

- Pain while static 

- Serious infections

Sharp Pain 

Sharp pains anywhere across your body can be a sign of serious issues. It may be a sign of a severe injury when it comes to your legs if you have sharp pains, especially sudden sharp pains. Few injuries can be associated with sharp leg pains, and they are: Hamstring tears can happen when playing sports that have start-stop motions, running, or while dancing. ACL injury – an Achilles injury can cause sharp leg pains, and they can be caused by slowing down your running, a tackle on the knee, or firmly planting your foot. Leg pains can most of the time be ignored as it tends to go away after a while. But when it's persistent, you need to consult a doctor for further assistance. These are some leg pains that you shouldn't ignore any longer as they will lead to severe conditions.

We discuss Sharp Pain, Fatigue, Burning Pain, Swollen and Warm in this blog post on Why You Shouldn't Ignore Your Leg Pain.