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How To Treat Pain And Pinching Sensation In Outer Thigh Above The Knee?

Your question: Hi,i had a left knee replacement 7yrs ago,also untreated herniated disks which gave me a painful pinching by outer thigh and a little above the knee, it was not constant,went away a day or two later but for 3 weeks now its gets worse daily. It has not better. So painful that I have to hop. Could this be a pinched nerve? Nothing has work, morphine, lidocaine gel, hot cold packs, massage. Should I get to the emergency room asap. It s so uncomfortable that I feel like I want to cut my leg off
Mon, 29 Sep 2014
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Hello,Thanks for your query.
After going through your query I came to know that you are probably suffering from chronic disc prolapse.
It can be confirmed by MRI scan.
There are two treatment options.
First option is rest in position of relief(generally lateral position with both knee bend),neurotopics such as mecobalamin and analgesics (Diclofenac three times a day after meals is effective). Sometimes strong analgesic(such as tramadol three times a day after meals) is required. Omeperazole before meals prevent acidity caused by analgesics . This method needs patience as it take longer treatment times sometimes up to 6 months.
Second option is go for surgical operation(Discectomy).
In my opinion your pain is severe and constant and you may need operation.
You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it.I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care
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How To Treat Pain And Pinching Sensation In Outer Thigh Above The Knee?

Hello,Thanks for your query. After going through your query I came to know that you are probably suffering from chronic disc prolapse. It can be confirmed by MRI scan. There are two treatment options. First option is rest in position of relief(generally lateral position with both knee bend),neurotopics such as mecobalamin and analgesics (Diclofenac three times a day after meals is effective). Sometimes strong analgesic(such as tramadol three times a day after meals) is required. Omeperazole before meals prevent acidity caused by analgesics . This method needs patience as it take longer treatment times sometimes up to 6 months. Second option is go for surgical operation(Discectomy). In my opinion your pain is severe and constant and you may need operation. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it.I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care