Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Treatment For Pain In The Thighs Radiating To The Hip
I have pain in my upper thigh which originates in the groin area, and radiates into the hip and downard middle ways my thigh. There is tingling in the front shin area and the veins are very pronounced in the lower leg in the calf running up to the thigh just above the knee. Sitting reduces the pain mostly. Sometimes when I lat down the pain is there too and .
Tue, 4 Jun 2019
Hi,
The symptoms are consistent with neuropathic pain like sciatica. Other possibilities are prolapsed disc and associated nerve impingement.
As a first line management, you can take drugs like gabapentin for symptomatic relief. Avoid strenuous physical activities like weight lifting also.
If symptoms persist you can consult an orthopedic and plan for an MRI scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
The symptoms are consistent with neuropathic pain like sciatica. Other possibilities are prolapsed disc and associated nerve impingement.
As a first line management, you can take drugs like gabapentin for symptomatic relief. Avoid strenuous physical activities like weight lifting also.
If symptoms persist you can consult an orthopedic and plan for an MRI scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....