Pain in leg?

Question

For a few months I have had an intermittent ache deep in the muscle (I think) in my thigh. It comes and goes and sometimes hurts. Any idea what it could be?
From an moderately overweight middle aged smoker with general good health (under the circumstances) Thanks

Answer 1

Probably arthritis (rheumatoid, I would think) however I am not a dr but your age and weight would be typical for that.

See your dr for confirmation-especially if you have not had any other problems. arthritis runs in my family and that sounds like the way my mom found out she had arthritis

I hope this helps

Answer 2

I to get it I hate it. I to smoke and I am moderateley overweight. But I have found it seems to feel like it locks up, do u feel like that? If I stay in one position to long, sleep wrong, or walk in the wrong shoes it really starts up.I try to stretch my legs, bend and move even as I am cleaning house or whatever, just to keep my legs more limber. Also I soak in a real warm bath with ebson salts, this really helps that muscle in my thigh area, and I can massage the area while in the tub to loosen the muscle. I also use advil at times and it is a great relief. One more thing people dont think of get a stress test make sure all is ok with your heart, leg pain can be a warning, One more thing do u or did u always work on your feet, it catches up with us, oh 1 more thing pantyhose with leg support R A GREAT HELP! Hope I have helped.

Answer 3

It is possibly a constricted artery or vein, as you are a smoker it is not uncommon to have this present at clinics.

I sugget you get check out fast as it could be clotted and that clot could release without warning resulting in a stroke or heart attack.

The physicial will prescribe Heparin( blood thinner tablets or injection) and demand you stop smoking!

You did not say whether it came on when involved in walking or applying effor to the muscle, but no matter overweight and smoker is enough to ring the alarm bells of Deep Vein Thrombosis

Answer 4

I have this problem too, painfull leg cramps in my thigh so deep it feels like nerve pain. Do you also develop painfull muscle knots? And do your muscles feel like tight bands? If this is a gradual occurrence (as in my case) that worsens over time, then you probably have Myofascial Pain Syndrome. Also look into Fibromyalgia. It could be arthritis if this also is accompanied by swelling. Does heat and massage make it feel better? You should see your doctor for a diagnosis. And if you think this is nerve pain, suggest a medication called Neurotin along with a muscle relaxer. This combination has worked wonders for me. The smoking would have nothing to do with this.

Answer 5

Muscle pain is most frequently related to tension, overuse, or muscle injury from exercise or physically-demanding work. In these situations, the pain tends to involve specific muscles and starts during or just after the activity. It is usually obvious which activity is causing the pain.

Muscle pain also can be a sign of conditions affecting your whole body, like some infections (including the flu) and disorders that affect connective tissues throughout the body (such as lupus)

One common cause of muscle aches and pain is fibromyalgia, a condition that includes tenderness in your muscles and surrounding soft tissue, sleep difficulties, fatigue, and headaches.

The most common causes are:
Tension or stress
Overuse: using a muscle too much, too soon, too often
Injury or trauma including sprains and strains

Muscle pain may also be due to:
Polymyositis
Dermatomyositis
Lupus
Fibromyalgia
Polymyalgia rheumatica
Infections, including:
An abscess in the muscle
Trichinosis (roundworm)
Influenza (the flu)
Lyme disease
Malaria
Rocky Mountain spotted fever
Polio
Electrolyte imbalances like too little potassium or calcium
Rhabdomyolysis.

Call your doctor if:

Your muscle pain persists beyond 3 days
You have severe, unexplained pain
You have any sign of infection, like swelling or redness around the tender muscle
You have poor circulation in the area where you have muscles aches (for example, in your legs)
You have a tick bite or a rash
Your muscle pain has been associated with starting or changing doses of a medicine, such as a statin (atorvastatin, simvastatin, or lovastatin)

Answer 6

You didn't mention any discoloration, or swelling. If any of these symptoms occur or if veins start popping out, please consult a physician immediately. It could be a blood clot. I've had 4 within the last 4 years and each time the symptoms were different. It may be best to go ahead and get it checked out now.

Answer 7

It could be various reasons why your leg hurts and maybe even a combination of those mentioned earlier. (example, arthritis to stress) Be sure, go see your doctor and get it checked out. It may have nothing to do with smoking, you won't know unless you go get it checked by a doctor!!!! Good luck

Answer 8

If you are a smoker you need to be checked out ASAP. It could be a blood clot. It also could be poor circulation. Please do yourself a favor and quit smoking.