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What can cause my legs to ache?

A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question 💭
Richmond, IN

For the past couple days I have been having my legs aching me something awful. Don’t know if it’s lupus or rheumatoid arthritis related? Anyone else have this problem??

May 13
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Members responded with empathy and a wide range of possible causes for leg aching related to lupus or rheumatoid arthritis, including low... Read more

Members responded with empathy and a wide range of possible causes for leg aching related to lupus or rheumatoid arthritis, including low magnesium, dehydration, fibromyalgia, neuropathy, weather changes, osteoporosis, hypothyroidism, and low vitamin D. Several members shared personal strategies that helped them manage the pain, such as gabapentin, muscle relaxers, heating pads, rest, mild stretching, and staying hydrated with balanced electrolytes. A recurring theme was the importance of checking in with a doctor or rheumatologist to identify the root cause and find the right treatment.

A MyLupusTeam Member

Low magnesium, inflammation, dehydration, fibromyalgia, lupus, RLS are all possibilities, have you shared with your dr? They will be able to point ya in the right direction better than I. My dr prescribed muscle relaxers for days like this. My heating pad and rest also help.

May 14
A MyLupusTeam Member

Try to do some mild leg stretches w static holds. Be gentle. Stay well hydrated! Make sure your electrolytes are not off as well. Hope you feel better.

May 14
A MyLupusTeam Member

Another possibility is statin-induced myopathy (muscle disease), if you're taking a statin for cholesterol, Karen.

May 14
A MyLupusTeam Member

Contact your medical team for informed next steps. Be well, warrior!

May 14
A MyLupusTeam Member

Could also be changes in weather,that's when I ache a lot.

May 14

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