Why do breast cancer patients suffer from weak legs?

Breast cancer patients may suffer from leg weakness due to osteoporosis, lymphedema, nerve damage, surgical complications, cancer cell metastasis, etc. If any discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek medical attention in time and receive targeted treatment under the guidance of a doctor. The specific analysis is as follows:

1. Osteoporosis: Due to the decrease in estrogen levels, a large amount of calcium is lost, which leads to osteoporosis and symptoms of weak legs. Increasing the intake of calcium-rich foods, such as milk, eggs, lean meat, etc., helps calcium absorption. Under the guidance of a doctor, use drugs such as calcium gluconate oral solution, calcium carbonate granules, vitamin D drops, etc. to relieve symptoms.

2. Lymphedema: Due to the obstruction of lymphatic return, the limbs swell, which causes muscle fatigue and weakness. You can use Shujin Huoxue tablets, amoxicillin capsules, diosmin tablets and other drugs as prescribed by the doctor to relieve it. You can also promote venous return and reduce lymphedema by raising the affected limb.

3. Nerve damage: During the operation, nearby nerves may be damaged, especially those in the axillary area. After the operation, it takes some time for the nerves to recover, during which time the patient may experience symptoms such as limb weakness and leg weakness. You can follow the doctor's advice to use drugs such as clomipramine hydrochloride tablets, amitriptyline tablets, and methylcobalamin tablets for treatment.

4. Surgical complications: Breast cancer patients generally need to undergo surgery to remove the lesions. Electrolyte disorders may occur after the operation, causing symptoms of weak legs. Under the guidance of a doctor, they can be treated with drugs such as injectable cyclophosphamide, compound cyclophosphamide tablets, and methotrexate tablets.

5. Cancer cell metastasis: If breast cancer patients are not treated in time, as the disease worsens, the cancer cells will gradually metastasize. If they metastasize to bone tissue or brain tissue, the patient may experience symptoms such as leg weakness and pain. It can be treated by a doctor through a total mastectomy, etc., and after surgery, it can also be combined with radiotherapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and other comprehensive treatment measures.

Avoid overwork in daily life. Overwork may lead to lactic acid accumulation in the legs, muscle strain, etc., which in turn cause symptoms of weak and tired legs.