lower leg aches

[loribob]

Both of my lower legs started aching yesterday. Advil does nothing to help. What could it be?

[Londres70]

I agree with iwax.  Strenuous activity?  Overweight?  Standing for long periods of time?
If they are JUST aching, it is probably muscle strain.  

Try another NSAID, i.e. Aleve, rest and/or elevate the legs.  If it becomes worse and/or it persists for more than 72 hours, please consult a physician.

[caregiver222]

This is one of those problems that could be minor or could be very serious.

I would be more comfortable if you had an appointment with a vascular specialist for an in-person evaluation. The evaluation generally involves a doppler image of your blood vessels. This is a non-invasive painless procedure reflects sound waves over your leg. Ocasionally an MRA is suggested.

A deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which is a possibility, could be life-threatening.

[iwax]

What recent activity have you done? Standing for long hours? Or have you been sitting for long hours without getting up? Could be a simple muscle ache to DVT.