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What Causes Sharp Pain In The Upper Hip Area?

I have a dullt8 sharpe pain that is present in my right upper hip..maybe the joint area. I can be walking or doing normal activbities and my hip will get weak and almost give out. What can be the cause of something like this? I noticed it when in later months of pregnancy with my son. I gained a lot of weight in that pregnancy and have lost only about 20 lbs of the weight. Wondering if weight gain is still a factor and if loosing more could help.
Sat, 22 Jun 2019
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Hello,

Although, weight gain may be a factor, I suggest you to do some tests:
1. X-Ray of the Hip.
2. Complete Blood Test including RF, anti-citrullinated antibodies
3. USG of the Hip

X-Ray is given in order to see the status of Hip bone and Ultrasound or USG is given to check the status of tendon or fluid accumulation, etc.

Now, if everything comes normal, you can go to Physiotherapist to take some Physical therapy sessions. This may also be due to a pinched nerve.

I also advise you to control the weight. Feed on a healthy diet, keep yourself hydrated and maintain electrolytes balance.

If there is too much pain, please take Ibuprofen.

Warm compress can also be applied on the designated area of pain.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dipan Samanta, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Sharp Pain In The Upper Hip Area?

Hello, Although, weight gain may be a factor, I suggest you to do some tests: 1. X-Ray of the Hip. 2. Complete Blood Test including RF, anti-citrullinated antibodies 3. USG of the Hip X-Ray is given in order to see the status of Hip bone and Ultrasound or USG is given to check the status of tendon or fluid accumulation, etc. Now, if everything comes normal, you can go to Physiotherapist to take some Physical therapy sessions. This may also be due to a pinched nerve. I also advise you to control the weight. Feed on a healthy diet, keep yourself hydrated and maintain electrolytes balance. If there is too much pain, please take Ibuprofen. Warm compress can also be applied on the designated area of pain. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dipan Samanta, General & Family Physician