What Causes Sudden Pain In Thigh?

Posted on Mon, 8 Dec 2014

Question: On three separate occasions over past few days, I have experienced sudden severe pain in left thigh. It last for a few minutes then goes away. I have no swelling or bruising. Area is not warm to the touch.

Answered by Dr. Jose Ignacio Artero Munoz (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Thigh pain

Detailed Answer:
Hello.Delighted to be able to help.
Sudden thigh pain can be caused by different pathologies.
Venous thrombosis is a possible diagnosis.
In venous thrombosis,leg increases in diameter, appears edema, pain, local heat, redness and tumefaction.
For now, it seems that you do not suffers venous thrombosis.
Muscle contracture is another possible diagnosis.
In my opinion, Diclofenac 50 mg thrice a day can be taken for treating your condition.
If the pain is more intense, more frequent, or the mentioned signs appears(increased diameter of leg,local heat, redness, tumefaction...) you should go to an Emergency Service.
I Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions, I will be happy to help.If you do not have any clarifications, please don’t forget to evaluate my answer.I wish you good health.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj