What could be done for trembling sensations in the legs?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am experiencing trembling sensations in both my legs. Primarily in my left leg. In the last few months, there have been various issues, including sharp nerve pains, tingling, pressure, burning, and aching. It typically tends to favor my left leg. More recently, I have a constant trembling in my left leg. While I can feel it during the day, it is constant at night, as soon as my leg hits the bed. It does not feel like restless leg syndrome to me. This has just started recently (about three months ago). I have not had any notable or critical injuries recently. However, I am having trouble in sleeping because of this.

Five years ago, I experienced persistent leg pain caused by anxiety. Doctors could not find anything wrong. And it eventually went away as my fear subsided.

I have done laboratory tests for CBC, vitamin D3 (25-OH), and hemoglobin.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Your symptoms could be related to peripheral neuropathy. Restless leg syndrome cannot be excluded either. Does moving your legs or walking improve your situation? This would be another argument in favor of restless leg syndrome. I recommend you consult your specialist doctor, discuss with them, and take the medicines with their consent. In addition, I suggest you do the following tests:

Nerve conduction studies.
Vitamin D and vitamin B12 plasma levels.
Blood electrolytes.
Complete blood count and iron plasma levels for possible anemia and iron deficiency.
Kidney and liver function tests.
Thyroid hormone levels.
Uric acid plasma levels.