Question 1

my wife thinks i should see someone for my upper leg pain.  should i?

Accepted Answer

Probably: There are many causes of upper leg pain. A physician would be the best one to determine the diagnosis.

Question 2

what type of doctor do i see for upper leg pain going to my knee?

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Orthopaedic Surgeon: Your pain may be coming from your back, your hip, or your knee.  An orthopaedic surgeon can determine the source of your pain.

Question 3

i've been feeling more tired and have some upper leg pain. when should i see the doctor?

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Soon: When feel tired most of the time and have pain in the leg that is not normal, i would advice to see your doctor to see what is going on. I hope you feel better. Thanks.

Question 4

what are ways to treat upper leg pain?

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Depends: It depends on the cause of the pain.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: upper leg pain?

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What is upper leg?: Before answering this question, it would be better to define what exactly is meant by the term "upper leg". Orthopaedic surgeons (and others) typically use the term "thigh" to mean the area between the hip and the knee. 
They use the term "leg" to mean the area between the knee and the ankle. 
Thus, it is important to specify whether we are discussing pain just below the hip or just below the knee.

Question 6

what could be the cause of upper leg pain when lying down?

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Many things: It may be coming from your back, hip, or knee.  I would suggest evaluation by your physician.

Question 7

i have been jogging for a while and now have severe upper leg pain why?

Accepted Answer

Upper leg pain jogn: If you have changed shoes or jog differently then this can cause muscle spasm in the upper leg and hip areas. Or this can be just "wear and tear" on the muscles and joints. See if taking a break for a week and some advil (ibuprofen) like medication over the counter to see if this helps. Otherwise please see your physician for further help and test.

Question 8

my brother says i should get treated because once in a while i get upper leg pain? is he right?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Tendonitis is an overuse syndrome and can come anytime a tendon is used repetitively or with too much force. Tennis elbow is the classic example . Treatment requires rest and antiinflamitories, if tolerated.

Question 9

what to do if i have lower back and upper leg pain?

Accepted Answer

Pinched Nerve: Sounds like you have a pinched nerve in your back.  I would suggest seeing a pain/spine specialist to evaluate you further to evaluate what level and what can be done to treat you.  There are interventional treatments besides medications and surgeries that might reduce or  eliminate the pain altogether.

Question 10

pain in lower right back all the way down through my right buttock and upper leg. pain seems mainly in buttock. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Pain in buttock: You might a possible rectal abscess. Check in with your doctor for evaluation and treatment.

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My brother says i should get treated because once in a while i get upper leg pain? is he right?

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