Question 1

possible causes for pain radiating from my buttock down through the front of my thigh and shin?

Accepted Answer

L4 radiculitis: You are describing the L4 dermatome.  If this is occurring on one side, it is likely from a disc injury affecting the L4 nerve root.  If on both sides, may be from acquired spinal stenosis such as from a spondylolisthesis. 
Iliotibial band syndrome would be another consideration. 
Most importantly, if there are neurological issues (ie weakness, bladder control probs) then this needs urgent eval.

Question 2

l  lower back pain and l hip bone pain, hurting for 2 months..constant dull aching pain sometimes felt in front of thigh and shin. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Hip pain: hip pain and lower back pain that shoots down the leg and shin is typical sciatica a pinched nerve in the gluteal muscle region.    Could be a slipped disc in your lower back at lower level. Should see a spine orthopedic physician or your primary care doc and have checked out.

Question 3

front of my thigh hurts and i can't straighten my leg. pulled muscle?

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PROBABLY: Sounds like it. Have it looked at if not improving 24-48 hrs., sooner if worsening.

Question 4

i got a couple small cuts on the front of my thigh. are bruising, a small amount of redness, and leg soreness normal?

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Can be: This can be tricky because soreness and redness are characteristics of both recent trauma and infection. I would monitor the area to make sure that it isn't getting worse. Increasing erythema (redness), pain, edema (swelling) and or induration (hardening) of the skin are signs of infection that should be evaluated. I hope this helps.

Question 5

sharp pain in right upper leg front of thigh ?

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Hard to say!: There's not enough info to give any specific advice. How long have you had this?  is the pain constant?  Does it hurt with movement?  Do you have any other medical problems?  Have you overexerted or hurt yourself?  Ask again with more specifics please.  There is a 150 character limit, so keep your question brief but complete.

Question 6

i have been having pain down the front of my left leg, from the thigh all he way down. it tingles like i have been sitting on my leg for awhile what c?

Accepted Answer

Needs to be checked: We don't know your age and if you have any other medical condition.How long you have had this pain is any history of trauma.Also what your occupation is.It seems you have sciatica which can cause the type od pain you describe.It is due to pinched nerve,slipped disk or herniated disc.Some times the pain gets better wiith Antiinflammatory pain meds and muscle relaxants.You should get checked by MD

Question 7

what causes pain and burning down the front of the left upper thigh and leg, right above knee?

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Depends on your His-: Tory, if any injury or past hx of it. 
One of the diseases (with type of symptoms like the one you have), is called meralgia paresthetica. With pain/tingling over the front ; outer aspect of the thigh, from being pinched in the area of the outer end of the groin crease.
Pain meds + stretching exercises are helpful.
See your orthopedist.

Question 8

the front of the top of my right leg from the thigh to the knee goes cold and numb if i stay still too long?

Accepted Answer

Could be: Nerve root compression due to degenerative changes in the spine, could be a vascular problem but much less likely. Best to see a physician for history and physical exam.

Question 9

hi i had strong lower back pain last night and now the front of my thighs hurt more on left leg, can you shed some light on this plea?

Accepted Answer

Strain: Probably just a muscle strain in the lumbar spine. The sensations in the anterior thigh are most likely referred pain. If your symptoms persist and it does not go away, see in orthopedic specialist.

Question 10

pain in buttock hip & thigh that sometimes goes down front of leg what could cause this . hurts more on sitting down or standing long periods of time.

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Low back pain: It's probably starting in your low back. Usually these things resolve within 4 weeks if you are careful, rest, and don't re-injure yourself. Can happen with minimal "injury" like forceful cough, catching a falling object, etc. Do some gentle stretches (forward bends from the waist), use heat or ice for comfort. Consider physical therapy if no better. See a Dr for weakness or bowel/bladder changes.

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Possible causes for pain radiating from my buttock down through the front of my thigh and shin?

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L lower back pain and l hip bone pain, hurting for 2 months..constant dull aching pain sometimes felt in front of thigh and shin. what could it be?

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Front of my thigh hurts and i can't straighten my leg. pulled muscle?

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I got a couple small cuts on the front of my thigh. are bruising, a small amount of redness, and leg soreness normal?

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Sharp pain in right upper leg front of thigh ?

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I have been having pain down the front of my left leg, from the thigh all he way down. it tingles like i have been sitting on my leg for awhile what c?

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What causes pain and burning down the front of the left upper thigh and leg, right above knee?

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The front of the top of my right leg from the thigh to the knee goes cold and numb if i stay still too long?

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Hi i had strong lower back pain last night and now the front of my thighs hurt more on left leg, can you shed some light on this plea?

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Pain in buttock hip & thigh that sometimes goes down front of leg what could cause this . hurts more on sitting down or standing long periods of time.

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