Hi Thanks for posting on HCM The pain you describe is inflammatory in character. Arthritis is a general term that describes inflammation in joints. Some types of arthritis associated with inflammation include: -Osteoarthritis -Rheumatoid arthritis -Psoriatic arthritis -Gouty arthritis -Systemic lupus erythematosus Such pain respond well on hydrocortisone.However, chronic use of steroids is not good due to side effects.I will suggest you try the following: *Take a pain/anti-inflammatory drug like aceclofenac *A myorelaxant like miorel Then see the Doctor for examination and investigation.You will need to get a hip x ray.From the results, treatment options may be discussed.Other test that may be requested given the inflammatory nature of your pain include: ESR, Rheumatoid factor, ASLO, full blood count and others depending on the diagnostic orientation of the Doctor. Hope this will help Best regards