The pain in my upper right leg feels like the thigh muscle is on fire, sometimes, and feels like an electric shock, sometimes. It feels weaker than the left leg. The pain goes from the groin, down the leg and around to the front of the knee. It seems to make both legs feel tired all the time.
I am a very active 73 year old man and I refuse to let this pain slow me down. I try to ignore it most of the time, but suddenly I’ll get a sharp pain to remind me that it is still there.
I don’t take painkillers of any kind, or muscle relaxers, either. I tried some “home style” physical therapy, but it seemed to make the muscles more tired.
I will appreciate any sound suggestions that will put this problem behind me.
#1 by bill a on December 31, 2009 - 6:59 am
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You are lucky you made it to 73. You better slow down and go to the doctor and get a x-ray. I had the same thing happen when I was 37 I didn`t think it was anything but a pulled muscle. Hah. I have two bad hips. Get to the doctor before you make it worse. Best wishes.
#2 by thebushm on December 31, 2009 - 11:07 am
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Are you taking any statin cholesterol medicine such as Lipitor, Pravachol or Vitoryn? These can cause leg muscle pain, but not always obvious for even several years, it can catch up with you. Check with your Doc, if you are taking any statin med.
#3 by Anonymous on December 31, 2009 - 4:05 pm
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It is definitely neurological pain from your description…which means it is originating from your lower back, I know it does not make sense, but I speak the truth… You need to see a doctor about this problem and probably need and MRI to really diagnose where in your spine the nerves are being compressed….Good luck, I’ve been there…….