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Do Cramps In The Hip And Leg Indicate Bursitis?
I have a cramping sensation from my right hip down through my thigh, calf, foot for 8-9 days. Heat did not help and its much worse at night to the point that I cannot sleep for the extensive cramping sensation on my right side. I m not an athlete nor have I been injured. It just started the Friday after Thanksgiving. I m looking for ideas. Could it be bursitis? But it has lasted 9 days.
Thu, 27 Sep 2018
Hello,
It is more likely of neuropathic causes like sciatica.
Bursitis is unlikely.
As a first line management you can take analgesics like Tramadol or Gabapentin for pain relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopaedician and get evaluated.An MRI scan is required for further assessment.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
It is more likely of neuropathic causes like sciatica.
Bursitis is unlikely.
As a first line management you can take analgesics like Tramadol or Gabapentin for pain relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopaedician and get evaluated.An MRI scan is required for further assessment.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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