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How to resolve the pain felt on my right hip other than medications and massage?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 64-year-old woman. I had severe pain in my right hip near the vertebrae when I was getting out of bed. I tried applying icy hot, Lidocaine, mineral ice, heating pads, and ice packs. I also took Tylenol, Ibuprofen, and Aleve (none over the daily recommended dose). I got a massage la... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for the information. Is there any history of hypertension or diabetes, or thyroid issues? Is there any history of trauma? Is there any radiation of pain to your legs and feet? Do you have any instability in your hip? Do you have any history of numbness or ting... Read Full »
Should I get an MRI to rule out sacroiliitis?
Query: Hello doctor,I am 26 years old. Back pain has been bothering me for almost a year, while hip pain has been bothering me for approximately three years. I spent 20 minutes cleaning the boat a few days ago and ended up in bed for two days with a hurting back. My hip pain makes it difficult for me to pe... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your description, you might be suffering from sacroiliitis, which is inflammation of the sacroiliac joint, which connects the spine and pelvis. This disease may be related to spondylolisthesis, a condition in which one vertebra slips forward over the one bel... Read Full »
I am dealing with extreme thigh pain. What to do?
Query: Hi doctor,I have been experiencing severe pain in my left thigh for the past week. Initially, I thought it might be related to my hip, but now the pain extends from my hip down to my knee. It is a deep, aching discomfort. Interestingly, when I sit in a perfectly still position, the pain gradually su... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Pain extending from the hip to the thigh can have various causes, such as spine-related issues leading to neurological discomfort or hip pain referring to pain in the knee joint. To determine the most appropriate course of a... Read Full »
Is mess surgery safe for inguinal hernia with labral tear?
Query: Hello doctor, I had an ultrasound three days back that revealed a right inguinal hernia. I do not have a tummy tuck. It is referred to as a sports hernia. My surgery is to happen in six months. I also have a labral tear in my right hip. I have pain in both places. In addition to the hip pain, there ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. A hernia could cause your pain. It is, however, extremely difficult to confirm. There is nothing wrong with assuming a hernia is the cause of pain because you have not responded to other measures for hip pain. Small hernias are unlikely to be... Read Full »
What should I do to help my hip and back pain?
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from left hip pain over the last few days. This pain comes if I stand for more than 20 minutes in one place or doing some exercise. When the hip pain once starts, it takes two to three days to get relieved after taking Voveran. I also have pain while walking and sitting... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is difficult to speculate about the cause of hip pain without examining you. From what you have written, it appears to be movement-related, especially hip flexion. This could be tendinitis or femoroacetabular impingement. In addition, the pain can also be referre... Read Full »
Why am I having lower back pain along with knee, hip, and ankle pain?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been having new persistent headaches every single day for the past eight months. The headaches last from five seconds to five hours. I usually wake up with one. They are generally dull to throbbing pain. I have got an MRI and four blood tests. I have gone to the neurologist, and t... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am sorry to hear about your headache. Let me start with some questions for you as the picture is not fully clear about whether or not the headaches come with any other symptoms such as extreme fatigue. The need to sit in a dark room because you become over-sensitive t... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 27-year-old female and I weigh 172 lbs. My height is 6 feet and 1 inch. I was recently diagnosed with PCOS and I am not able to conceive. I was placed on Femara to regulate my cycle and I am asked to take Metformin to dissolve the cysts. I also have severe anxiety. I take BuSp... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Tablet Letrozole (Femara) is an aromatase inhibitor that causes bone loss and bone pain. Since you had an injury seven months back in the left hip joint, Letrozole (Femara) might be exacerbating the symptoms due to bone loss. It cause... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I was in a car accident two months back, and I was the driver. It was a hit and run. I have severe left leg, hip, and lumbar pain. The L2-L5 and C5-C6 are all previously fused. I have a spinal cord stimulator that has stopped working properly, but the paddles appear to be in the correct p... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and would like to explain that the pain is related to multiple nerve compression in the lumbar vertebral column. Coming to this point, I would suggest adding Amitriptyline (tricyclic antidepressant) and Pregabalin (anticonvulsant and anxioly... Read Full »
I have severe pain in my hip. What is the reason?
Query: Hello doctor, I recently underwent a few tests, which were normal except for vitamin D. I have a history of breast cancer. I have severe pain, hip and pelvic pain, and I am taking Alprazolam and Azathioprine. I also have severe pain in my left hand, which makes it challenging to use my hand. What co... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. The urinary bladder is located in the pelvic area. Apart from that, there is increased uptake in the right hand and spine in the L2 lumbar vertebra. Kindly attach your recent CBC (complete blood count), and ESR (... Read Full »
What can cause pain starting from the left side of the hip to the leg?
Query: Hello doctor,This query is about the pain in my mother's veins, which started from her left side of her hip and spread to her whole leg. This pain is unbearable. She is 46-years-old. Her height and weight are 5'4" and 83 kg. She has a problem with her knees too due to overweight.Kindly advise me of ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Can you describe the pain a little more and share some pictures of the affected leg if possible? Does the pain occur on moving the leg? Is the pain a current-like sensation from the hip to the leg? Is there any change of color in the affected leg? Is there any sw... Read Full »