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What Causes Electric Shock Sensation In The Upper Thighs?

Hello, I am writing on behalf of my uncle who is about 50 years . Apparently my uncle is getting small electric shock sensation (lasts about 5 seconds) in the upper thigh, he does not experience any sort of pain. the shocks do not spread, they usually occur on the medial side of the thighs. I have tried researching about what that could be, but I was not able to find a answer that would answer my question.
Sat, 7 Nov 2020
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Hello,

His symptoms are suggestive of a pinched nerve, possible femoral nerve. For this reason, I recommend consulting with a neurologist fora physical exam and performing a lumbar spine X-ray study and nerve conduction study.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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What Causes Electric Shock Sensation In The Upper Thighs?

Hello, His symptoms are suggestive of a pinched nerve, possible femoral nerve. For this reason, I recommend consulting with a neurologist fora physical exam and performing a lumbar spine X-ray study and nerve conduction study. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist