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Legs and feet burning
I am having burning legs feet sometimes and feels heaviness from lower back to legs..gastric issue also I am having..
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It's gastritis
Avoid fatty, fried and spice food
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Gastritis
Avoid spicy foods
Avoid coffee and tea in empty stomach
Use more of curd and butter. Milk
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You got lot of theory from many doctors.
Assessment of vitamin d3 b12 t3t4tsh mg crp cbc esr advisable.
Till than,
Polybion lc syr10 ml after dinner for 3weeks.
Cholecalciferol d60k one sachet per week for 4 weeks.
Evion 600 one at night for ten days.
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There can be various reasons for you leg pain...like neuropathy, nutritional deficiency or heavy work can be the reasons for it...
Need to do some test to know the exact cause behind it...
Gastritis cause can be resolved with medications
Consult for better and further treatment
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Need few more details for further evaluation. Kindly consult
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If you want to discuss your problems, pls text me on whatsapp on seven two seven eight nine two seven six three eight, i will guide you step by step.
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Please consult a physician physically.
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Burning in legs and feet with heaviness can be related to posture, nerve strain, or nutritional issues, and gastric problems may add to the discomfort. Avoid long sitting, stay hydrated, and maintain regular meals. For proper evaluation and correct treatment, please consult me directly.
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Assuming that you are not pregnant,
Do the following,
1. Blood tests: CBP, ESR, HbA1C, TSH, B12, Folate, Ferritin, Immunoglobulins, Coeliac antibodies and Vitamin D
2. EMG/NCS of your arms and legs
3. MRI of lumbar and sacral spine
4. Physiotherapist review
5. If troublesome, Pregabalin 75mg twice daily
All the best.
J G S R clinic
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May be due to nerve compression and or vit B12 and Vit D3 deficiency,bad posture and heavy work load on back leading to muscle spasm.. Symptoms are relieved easily after medication and few postural changes..Gastric issue needs more details..
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If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for a detailed free discussion
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Burning in legs and feet with heaviness from the lower back usually comes from one of these:
Common possibilities
1. Nerve-related problem (lumbar nerve irritation)
• From prolonged sitting, bad posture, or muscle spasm
• Causes burning, heaviness, or pulling sensation
2. Vitamin deficiencies
• Especially Vitamin B12 or Vitamin D
• Very common in people with gastric issues or poor absorption
• Causes burning feet, weakness, fatigue
3. Acidity and gastric issues
• Chronic gastritis or acid reflux can:
• Reduce nutrient absorption
• Cause weakness, heaviness, and fatigue
4. Muscle strain or poor posture
• Long sitting, stress, or lack of exercise
• Leads to lower back tightness radiating to legs
Next Steps
Basic tests to confirm cause
Get these simple blood tests:
• Vitamin B12
• Vitamin D
• CBC
• Thyroid profile
• Fasting blood sugar
These will rule out most common causes.
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Immediate relief measures
For gastric issues
• Eat small, frequent meals
• Avoid spicy, oily, or very acidic foods
• Take prescribed antacid if doctor advised
For burning legs
• Gentle stretching of back and legs daily
• Warm water foot soak at night
• Avoid long sitting or standing
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Supplements (general guidance)
If no contraindication:
• Vitamin B-complex or methylcobalamin once daily
• Vitamin D3 weekly (if deficiency confirmed)
Health Tips
• Drink enough water throughout the day
• Sleep on a medium-firm mattress
• Maintain correct sitting posture
• Do light walking daily (15–20 minutes)
• Include these foods:
• Bananas
• Nuts and seeds
• Eggs or dairy
• Green leafy vegetables
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When to see a doctor urgently
• Numbness or weakness in legs
• Difficulty walking
• Loss of bladder or bowel control
• Severe persistent back pain
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In most cases, these symptoms are due to vitamin deficiency, posture issues, or gastric-related weakness, and they improve significantly once the root cause is treated. With a few tests and proper supplementation, you should start feeling better within a few weeks.
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More detailed history is desirable
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable
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Dr. Kamal Kumar
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rewari
Dear Patient
commonly it is related to nerve irritation, vitamin deficiency, or acidity related discomfort.
What you should do
• Check Vitamin B12 Vitamin D blood sugar and thyroid
• Maintain correct sitting posture and avoid long sitting
• Gentle back stretching exercises daily
• Take adequate hydration
• Avoid spicy oily food tea coffee on empty stomach
Relief measures
• Warm water fomentation on lower back
• Magnesium or B complex supplements can help if deficiency present
• Antacid before breakfast for 2 weeks if gastric symptoms are frequent
Consult me if
• Burning increases at night
• Numbness tingling or weakness develops
• Severe back pain or difficulty walking occurs
For proper evaluation treatment plan and medicine guidance you can text me on Practo anytime.
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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