A burning and redness sensation in the legs while sleeping at night may be the first symptom of erythromelalgia or other serious diseases.
Medianews.az reports that neurologist Martin Skarr warns about these symptoms.
This condition sometimes also appears in the hands and is accompanied by high heat and redness.
Factors that can increase the burning sensation include stress, exercise, and an increase in body temperature. Causes of the disease include problems with small blood vessels and nerves, side effects of certain medications, systemic diseases such as diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis. Rarely, this can be the first sign of bone marrow failure causing blood clotting.
Dr. Skarr recommends three methods to alleviate the burning sensation:
- Cooling: Placing the feet in cold water or applying cooling packs.
- Elevation: Raising the legs regulates blood circulation.
- Medication: Classic painkillers and in some cases antidepressants can help nerve pain.
Medianews.az