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[beth19981]

i have pain in ma right thigh
it is like my leg is contracting, painkillers are nt takin the edge of it and am nt sleeping at nite due to the pain
this started a few days ago because i had a boil and am on penicillan is this normal for the pain in ma leg to be so sore, i cant put pressure on it or walk ...

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
From your symptoms cellulitis needs to be ruled out. Cellulitis is an acute infection of skin and soft tissues characterized by localized pain, swelling, tenderness, erythema, and warmth.It usually follows a break in the skin, such as a fissure, cut, laceration, insect bite, or puncture wound.

I suggest an immediate dermatologist’s evaluation. It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing

[beth19981]

thanks for the advise,
i went to a&e 2day and i have an infection in my leg due to the boil(syst)
i have been given 2 types of antibiotics and lots of painkillers
if i get a temp in the next 48hrs i am getting admitted into hospital for antibiotic IV
am hoping that these tablets will kick and and work for me as av been off work and been in bed for nearly 5 wks due to a broken foot so this hasnt been the best time av had
just lets hope it all clears up before i get my stooky of nxt mond and il be bk to normal heath thanks again for the concern

[sanukilady]

I would go to the hospital.  I don't know who are medical professionals here, but I am not.  This isn't a chronic, managed condition that we're all trying to improve through Internet-abled layperson collaboration.  

A loved one almost died from something similar to what you're describing.  It might be different:  it might not.  Not being inflammatory.  I'm just a person without a medical degree worried about you.  I hope you get it checked out, but it's your choice.  It's also a new year though.