Found 32 conditions related to legs

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

Severe

A blood clot that forms in the deep veins of the leg, often the calf or thigh.

Common symptoms:
  • Swelling in one leg
  • Pain or tenderness, especially when standing
  • Warmth and redness over the affected area
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Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

Moderate

Narrowing of the arteries that supply blood to the legs, leading to reduced circulation.

Common symptoms:
  • Leg pain during walking (claudication)
  • Coldness in the lower leg or foot
  • Weak or absent pulse in the foot
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Varicose Veins

Mild

Enlarged, twisted veins visible just under the skin, usually in the calves or thighs.

Common symptoms:
  • Bulging, blue or purple veins
  • Heaviness or aching in the legs
  • Swelling after prolonged standing
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Chronic Venous Insufficiency

Moderate

Inadequate return of blood from the legs to the heart, causing fluid buildup.

Common symptoms:
  • Leg swelling (edema)
  • Skin discoloration or thickening
  • Leg cramps or heaviness
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Cellulitis

Moderate

A bacterial skin infection that commonly affects the lower legs.

Common symptoms:
  • Red, hot, and painful skin
  • Swelling and warmth
  • Fever or chills
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Leg Fracture

Severe

A break in any of the bones of the leg, such as the tibia or fibula.

Common symptoms:
  • Severe pain at the injury site
  • Swelling and bruising
  • Inability to bear weight
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Achilles Tendinitis

Mild

Inflammation of the Achilles tendon connecting calf muscles to the heel bone.

Common symptoms:
  • Pain and stiffness along the back of the ankle
  • Swelling near the tendon
  • Pain worsens with activity
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Plantar Fasciitis

Mild

Inflammation of the plantar fascia ligament on the bottom of the foot, often affecting the heel.

Common symptoms:
  • Sharp heel pain in the morning
  • Pain after prolonged standing
  • Tenderness at the base of the foot
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Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome)

Mild

Pain along the inner edge of the shinbone caused by overuse or repetitive stress.

Common symptoms:
  • Dull, aching pain in the front of the lower leg
  • Tenderness to touch
  • Pain that worsens during activity
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Peripheral Neuropathy

Variable

Damage to peripheral nerves, often presenting in the feet and legs.

Common symptoms:
  • Numbness or tingling
  • Burning pain
  • Weakness in the feet or ankles
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Gout

Moderate

A form of arthritis caused by uric acid crystal deposition, frequently affecting the big toe but can involve the ankle and knee.

Common symptoms:
  • Sudden, intense joint pain
  • Red, hot, swollen joint
  • Limited range of motion
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Knee Osteoarthritis

Moderate

Degenerative joint disease causing cartilage loss in the knee joint.

Common symptoms:
  • Joint pain that worsens with activity
  • Stiffness after rest
  • Swelling and crepitus
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Rheumatoid Arthritis (Knees)

Moderate

Autoimmune inflammation that can involve the knee joints, leading to pain and deformity.

Common symptoms:
  • Joint swelling and warmth
  • Morning stiffness lasting >30 minutes
  • Symmetrical joint pain
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Baker's Cyst

Mild

Fluid-filled swelling behind the knee, often secondary to joint disease.

Common symptoms:
  • A lump behind the knee
  • Tightness or fullness in the calf
  • Pain when the knee is fully extended
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Leg Muscle Cramp

Mild

Sudden, involuntary contraction of leg muscles, commonly occurring at night.

Common symptoms:
  • Sharp, intense pain
  • Visible muscle tightening
  • Transient duration (seconds to minutes)
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Compartment Syndrome

Severe

Increased pressure within a muscle compartment, compromising circulation and nerve function.

Common symptoms:
  • Severe, escalating pain
  • Tight, swollen limb
  • Numbness or tingling
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Sciatica

Variable

Pain radiating along the sciatic nerve, often due to lumbar disc herniation.

Common symptoms:
  • Sharp leg pain that follows the nerve path
  • Numbness or tingling in the foot
  • Worsening pain with sitting
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Hamstring Strain

Mild

Tear or overstretching of the hamstring muscles at the back of the thigh.

Common symptoms:
  • Sudden sharp pain in the back of the thigh
  • Swelling or bruising
  • Difficulty straightening the leg
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Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Mild

Pain around the kneecap often related to overuse or malalignment.

Common symptoms:
  • Dull ache behind the kneecap
  • Pain when climbing stairs
  • Knee swelling after activity
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Venous Stasis Ulcer

Moderate

A chronic wound that develops on the lower leg due to poor venous return.

Common symptoms:
  • Open sore near the ankle
  • Skin discoloration and thickening
  • Pain or itching around the ulcer
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Lymphedema

Variable

Accumulation of lymphatic fluid causing swelling, often in the lower extremities.

Common symptoms:
  • Persistent swelling of the leg
  • Heaviness or tightness
  • Skin changes (thickening, fibrosis)
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Diabetic Foot Ulcer

Severe

Open sore on the foot or lower leg in people with diabetes, often due to neuropathy and poor circulation.

Common symptoms:
  • Non-healing wound
  • Redness or drainage
  • Numbness around the ulcer
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Popliteal Artery Aneurysm

Moderate

Bulging of the popliteal artery behind the knee, which can cause clot formation.

Common symptoms:
  • Pulsatile mass behind the knee
  • Leg pain or cramping
  • Coldness or color change in the foot
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Thrombophlebitis

Mild

Inflammation and clot formation in a superficial vein, often in the calf.

Common symptoms:
  • Red, tender cord-like vein
  • Swelling along the vein
  • Warmth over the affected area
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Erysipelas

Moderate

A superficial bacterial skin infection, frequently affecting the lower legs.

Common symptoms:
  • Bright red, sharply demarcated rash
  • Fever and chills
  • Swelling and tenderness
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Stasis Dermatitis

Mild

Inflammatory skin condition caused by chronic venous insufficiency.

Common symptoms:
  • Itchy, scaly rash on the lower leg
  • Redness and swelling
  • Hyperpigmentation
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Leg Sarcoma

Severe

Rare malignant tumor arising from bone or soft tissue of the leg.

Common symptoms:
  • Painless lump that enlarges
  • Persistent pain or swelling
  • Reduced mobility of the limb
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Muscle Atrophy (Disuse)

Mild

Loss of muscle mass due to prolonged inactivity or immobilization of the leg.

Common symptoms:
  • Visible thinning of the leg muscle
  • Weakness and reduced endurance
  • Difficulty performing daily activities
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Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome

Moderate

Exercise‑induced increase in compartment pressure causing pain and swelling.

Common symptoms:
  • Cramping pain during activity
  • Tightness that eases with rest
  • Numbness or tingling after exercise
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Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm (Femoral)

Moderate

Bulging of the femoral artery in the groin or upper thigh, potentially affecting leg blood flow.

Common symptoms:
  • Pulsatile mass in the groin
  • Leg pain or claudication
  • Bruising or skin discoloration
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Claudication (Vascular)

Mild

Pain caused by insufficient blood flow to leg muscles during exercise.

Common symptoms:
  • Cramping pain in calves or thighs while walking
  • Relief after resting
  • Cold feet during activity
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Leg Cellulitis (Recurrent)

Moderate

Repeated episodes of bacterial skin infection in the lower leg.

Common symptoms:
  • Red, hot, painful skin area
  • Swelling and tenderness
  • Fever or malaise
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When to Seek Medical Help

For legs conditions, consult a healthcare provider if you experience:

  • Persistent or worsening symptoms
  • Sudden onset of severe symptoms
  • Symptoms that interfere with daily activities
  • Signs of infection (fever, swelling, redness)
  • Unexplained changes or new symptoms
Call 911 for severe chest pain, difficulty breathing, sudden weakness or numbness, or any life-threatening symptoms.

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