Sharp Thigh Pain Symptoms, Causes & Common Questions

Top 5 Sharp Thigh Pain Causes

1. 1.Restless Legs Syndrome (Rls)

   Restless Legs Syndrome is a common condition characterized by an urge to move the legs in order to stop unpleasant sensations.

   You should see a doctor if these symptoms continue or begin to get worse

   Rarity:

   Common

   Top Symptoms:

   daytime sleepiness, trouble sleeping, dull or achy leg pain, difficulty falling asleep, restless legs

   Urgency:

   Primary care doctor

2. 2.Blood Clot Requiring an Ultrasound

   Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms in a vein deep in the body. Most deep vein clots occur in the lower leg or thigh.

   Go to the emergency room immediately.

   Rarity:

   Uncommon

   Top Symptoms:

   fever, thigh pain, calf pain, upper leg swelling, painful swelling in the lower leg

   Urgency:

   Hospital emergency room

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3. 3.Femoral Stress Fracture

   A femoral stress fracture is a small crack in the thigh bone (femur). These fractures are most often a result of overuse and are commonly seen with an increase in activity. Stress fractures of the thigh bone are much less common than those of the shin bone (tibia), but nonetheless do occur in high-risk groups such as athletes and military recruits.

   You need to get your injury checked by a physician, sometimes a MRI scan is needed to confirm the diagnosis. It may be helpful to consult with a physical therapist as well. The treatment for a stress fracture involves avoiding repeated stress on the leg, which means cutting down on high-intensity activity. Exercise that puts less repeated stress on the leg, such as cycling or swimming, is recommended.

   Rarity:

   Common

   Top Symptoms:

   dull, achy hip pain, pain in one thigh, thigh pain, spontaneous hip pain

   Urgency:

   Primary care doctor

4. 4.Paget Disease of the Bone

   Paget's disease of the bone is a disorder in which the bone recycling process goes astray. While many people with the disease have no symptoms, some suffer from bone pain and easily broken bones.

   You should visit your primary care physician who will confirm the diagnosis with a blood test and bone scans.

   Rarity:

   Common

   Top Symptoms:

   new headache, pelvis pain, back pain, spontaneous bone pain, ringing in the ears

   Symptoms that always occur with paget disease of the bone:

   spontaneous bone pain

   Urgency:

   Primary care doctor

5. 5.Sciatica

   The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve of the human body, and it runs through the buttock, down the thigh and into the calf, sending information to the muscles in the back of the thigh and leg, as well as the surrounding skin. The sciatic nerve itself is supplied by nerves coming from the spine in the lower back. Sometimes, one of the disks separating the vertebrae (bones of the spine) may bulge out a little bit, putting pressure on one of these nerve roots, causing sciatica, or shooting pain down the sciatic nerve.

   You can safely treat this condition on your own. Over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil) and aspirin as well as muscle relaxants may help. Some people find applying gentle heat or cold on painful muscles is soothing as well. It is important to stay active! Remaining in bed for too long may cause more inflammation.

   Rarity:

   Common

   Top Symptoms:

   back pain, back pain that shoots down the leg, numbness in one foot, pain in one leg, numbness in one thigh

   Symptoms that always occur with sciatica:

   back pain that shoots down the leg

   Urgency:

   Self-treatment

Questions Your Doctor May Ask About Sharp Thigh Pain

• Q.How severe is your upper leg pain?
• Q.How long has your upper leg pain been going on?
• Q.Is your upper leg pain getting better or worse?
• Q.Is your upper leg pain constant or come-and-go?