I get excrutiating pains in my legs when I am sitting or laying in bed...mostly at night. ...as if my legs are being pulled off my body.I hzd a road accident about 2 years ago and though I have told doctors and consultants about this and ambulance crew have witnessed it no one has done anything about it. What can it be. I would rather die than keep going through that pain.
2006-07-27 03:23:52 · 41 answers · asked by beyond paradise 4 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Yes they said I had a fracture of the spine but nothing has been done about it. I have been given tablets but they do absolutely nothing and I was told (as Mensa says) to take bannanas every day but the pain still persists and I shall go back to the doctor in the morning when he opens again.
2006-07-27 08:40:35 · update #1
goto the docotr cause it can be a number fo things. Also pray for the pain to be gone.
2006-07-27 03:25:50 · answer #1 · answered by free4eva45 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
This isn't restless leg syndrome (because that comes with twitchiness and restless movements of the legs, hence the name). It's more likely to be an injury of the spine, probably a slipped/ruptured disc.
Bilateral sciatica is unlikely, and usually a symptom of something else, rather than an inflammation of the sciatic nerve.
Here's the thing: Make an appointment, if possible, with a neurologist, or see if your GP will make a referral for you.
2006-07-27 03:29:22 · answer #2 · answered by Brian L 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You probably have nerve damage from the accident. Possibly even spinal damage.This pain started since the accident? Never had it before the accident?
You need to go to a doctor, a specialist, and get tested. There might be prescription medication or an physical therapy regimen that can alleviate your condition.
Do not hesitate. Some nerve injuries can worsen over time if not treated. I assume you don't want this pain to get worse.
Check with a neurologist or orthopedist, and quickly!
Good luck.
2006-07-27 03:28:34 · answer #3 · answered by crazyotto65 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What you need to do is go to other doctors!!!
Even if you are in an HMO, you still have the LEGAL right(in the USA at least) to a second opinoin by different Dr. Sad that you would consider suicide over expending a little more effort in researching the cause of your pain.
While I am no medical professional it does sound from your scant description that you have residual nerve damage, or a bone marrow infection.
2006-07-27 03:28:51 · answer #4 · answered by magerious 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry to hear this. I hope the other people are wrong because if you have a ruptured disk you may need surgery. I had surgery to repair two ruptured disks last November. The pain was unbearable and I was also getting numbing which was almost better than the pain but scarier. I would recommend getting an MRI with your doctor as soon as possible.
Good Luck
2006-07-27 03:28:41 · answer #5 · answered by MoMattTexas 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you've been checked out by your doctor, it may well be worth spending £25 and going to see an osteopath. Make sure they're appropriately qualified and registered and book an appointment.
You may need a few consultations, but in my view it's £100 or so, well spent.
My hubby went after suffering excruciating arm pain. (usual painkillers from GP - no effect). He is virtually pain free, not on painkillers and as an added bonus, no longer snores at night!!
Yippee.!
2006-07-27 03:31:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sciatica or some circulatory problem causing a lack of adequate blood-flow to the muscles in your legs. If the pain is specifically in your joints, rather than throughout your legs, possibly arthritis.
Pester your doctor some more - get an MRI scan asap.
2006-07-27 03:28:50 · answer #7 · answered by FairyHoaxster 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be you're having circulation problems or "restless leg syndrome". I'd get another opinion if I were you. And I would try walking around a little before I went to bed. That seems to ease and relax the muscles in your legs. Taking a nice hot bath or running warm water over your legs before bed will help too. I had the same thing after an auto accident. It really gets to you. Take some aspirin or ibuprophen with food before bed too. That will reduce any inflammation. But the light exercise before lying down and the warm water baths really helped me alot. Good luck.
retired nurse
2006-07-27 03:27:39 · answer #8 · answered by Sassy OLD Broad 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I could be a as simple as restless leg syndrome or a blood clot yet again demand tests on your legs like an ultrasound will be able to tell if you have a blood clot. RLS hurts real bad and makes it so you just cant keep your legs still, there is medication for it just keep asking
2006-07-27 03:32:13 · answer #9 · answered by LISA B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the same thing and I was diagnosed with EVERYTHING! Then finally they found out that I had 2 hernias. After they were repaired I have felt better. But no Doctor ever thought to look at that. I had extensive physical therapy which made it worse. I was always on pain meds and zoned out! Hope this helps.
2006-07-27 03:31:03 · answer #10 · answered by sweethometexas2000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you have a very real problom. If the doctors refuse to do anything, then God is the only one who can help you. If you haven't ask Jesus this simple prayer:
Dear Jesus, I thank you for dying on the cross for my sins, I accept you as my Lord and Savior and I wan't you to come into my life and help me. Please guide me in the way that you know I should go, and keep my foot from being snared by evil.
Now that you have God in your heart, you can ask for total comfort and healing.
Dear Lord Jesus, I pray that all this pain will go away, Only you know how much that I am hurting, since you know all my pains and weaknesses. I pray that you'll cover my body with your blood, and heal me completely. Amen
God bless you! Click on my avatar if you ever need to talk.
2006-07-27 03:29:29 · answer #11 · answered by wormwoodkid 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋