A burning sensation is a kind of pain that’s different from dull, stabbing or aching pain. Burning pain is often linked with nerve issues. However, there are several other possible causes such as injuries, infections, and autoimmune disorders that have the potential to cause nerve pain, and in some cases lead to nerve damage....CONTINUE READING
Many health conditions that trigger a burning sensation have no cure, but treatments help regulate the pain. You should get treatment from your doctor if you’re concerned about a burning sensation and suspect you have a health issue.
According to”Medical News Today” some of the causes of burning sensation in the leg include.
1. Exposure to the sun
Sunburn causes skin inflammation. It may feel hot to the touch and lead to a burning sensation for some time. It is essential to cool the skin down to ease pain and avoid further damage.
You can take over-the-counter pain relievers to decrease inflammation.
2. Nerve damage
Peripheral neuropathy is the medical term for a kind of nerve damage. It mostly affects the legs and feet but in some cases can affect the arms and hands. High blood sugar is a common cause of nerve damage.
High blood sugar from diabetes causes harm to the nerves and blood vessels feeding the nerves. Over time, this can cause peripheral neuropathy.
3. Exercise
Exercise that uses muscles in the legs can lead to a burning feeling. This does not always mean that the muscle is injured.
While exercising, the body requires more energy than normal. It cannot take in enough oxygen to make energy, so the muscles in the body take over. This produces lactic acid, which leads to a burning feeling when it accumulates.
Running or an intense workout will often trigger burning legs.
Muscles will often be sore for a day or two after engaging in exercise. This occurs more often when the exercise is new, or when an individual’s fitness is boosting.
4. Injury
Injuring the leg is one of the major causes of pain. In particular, damage to muscles can lead to a burning sensation.
When muscles stretch further than they should, it can lead to strain. This can tear part of the muscle. Exercise causes muscle strain.
An individual may feel sudden pain at the time of the injury, which may cause a throbbing or burning sensation. The area may swell and bruise.
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