Thigh Nerve Issue (Meralgia Paresthetica) quiz
Take a quiz to find out what's causing your thigh Nerve Issue (Meralgia Paresthetica).
Thigh Nerve Issue (Meralgia Paresthetica) quiz
Take a quiz to find out what's causing your thigh Nerve Issue (Meralgia Paresthetica).
What is meralgia paresthetica?
Meralgia paresthetica is a nerve condition that causes an area of skin over the upper outer thigh to feel numb, tingly, or painful. It is caused by compression of a nerve in the thigh known as the lateral cutaneous nerve. It is typically compressed as it passes underneath a tough fibrous ligament called the inguinal ligament.
Rarity: Rare
Symptoms
- Pain in the outside of the hip
- Pain in one thigh
- Thigh numbness
- Tingling upper leg
- Hip numbness
Treatment
You should see a doctor to confirm the diagnosis and discuss treatment options. Generally, this condition is treated with rest, physical therapy, pain medication, and occasionally corticosteroid injections.
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