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What Causes Constant Right-sided Pain In The Hip And Groin Area?
Question: I have been extremely healthy my entire life but have recently had severe pain in my hip and groin area, mostly on the right side. Pain is very intense when I get up from sleeping; however, there is consistent pain throughout the day This has been going on for about 2 to 3 weeks with no improvement
Brief Answer:
Osteoarthritis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
"As" per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this-
1) Do a clinical examination by your Doctor[Rheumatologist] and to confirm exact pathology do few investigations like [CBC with differential count, X-ray and MRI scan].
2) You can take OTC painkiller like [ibuprofen] and consult with your physio for a specific exercise plan.
Do follow lifestyle modifications like this -
1) Do exercise regularly and it can increase your endurance and strengthen the muscles around your joint, making your joint more stable. Try walking or swimming.
2) Try to Lose weight. Being obese increases the stress on your weight-bearing joints, such as your knees and your hips. Even a small amount of weight loss can relieve some pressure and reduce your pain. Talk to your doctor about healthy ways to lose weight.
3) Use heat and cold to manage pain. Both heat and cold can relieve pain in your joint. Heat also relieves stiffness, and cold can relieve muscle spasms and pain.
4) You can apply any OTC pain creams.
5) Use assistive devices. Discuss with your Doctor which one will be suitable for you.
Hope that helps.
Regards,
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo, General & Family Physician
Osteoarthritis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
"As" per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this-
1) Do a clinical examination by your Doctor[Rheumatologist] and to confirm exact pathology do few investigations like [CBC with differential count, X-ray and MRI scan].
2) You can take OTC painkiller like [ibuprofen] and consult with your physio for a specific exercise plan.
Do follow lifestyle modifications like this -
1) Do exercise regularly and it can increase your endurance and strengthen the muscles around your joint, making your joint more stable. Try walking or swimming.
2) Try to Lose weight. Being obese increases the stress on your weight-bearing joints, such as your knees and your hips. Even a small amount of weight loss can relieve some pressure and reduce your pain. Talk to your doctor about healthy ways to lose weight.
3) Use heat and cold to manage pain. Both heat and cold can relieve pain in your joint. Heat also relieves stiffness, and cold can relieve muscle spasms and pain.
4) You can apply any OTC pain creams.
5) Use assistive devices. Discuss with your Doctor which one will be suitable for you.
Hope that helps.
Regards,
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo, General & Family Physician
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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