Leg Pain Causes: What May Cause Leg Pain? 16 Conditions That Can Cause Leg Pain

  1. Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

DVT can cause leg pain due to the formation of thrombus

[00–444 in one of the deep veins of the legs. DVT can have serious consequences if not promptly diagnosed and treated.

DVT typically occurs when blood flow in a deep vein is slowed or interrupted, allowing blood to pool and form a clot. Various factors can contribute to DVT, including:

  • Prolonged immobility (e.g., long flights or bed rest)
  • Surgery or trauma
  • Pregnancy and postpartum period
  • Certain medical conditions that affect blood clotting (e.g., clotting disorders)
  • Obesity
  • Smoking
  • Family history of DVT