Question 1

what causes inner thigh pain affecting the knee?

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Medial knee pain: Hi, to be clear, you are talking about inner pain (medial) at the level of the knee, correct?  Knee pain has many etiologies, the main ones to consider when there is medial pain are:  medial meniscus tear, medial arthritis, and medial collateral ligament (MCL) sprain. Your doc will do an exam of the knee to delineate potential causes and as needed get XR and MRI. 
See your doc and get better soon!

Question 2

pain right at the bend of the knee, medial, slightly behind the knee and inner thigh pain. feels like a tendon might snap when running. any ideas?

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Stop if hurts.: Pain is a sign that something is wrong.  Continuing any activity that is causing pain can worsen the pain and the damage.  Some pain is expected with training as muscles strengthen and endurance improves but new pain means something else.  Unless we are getting millions as pro athletes, don't risk damage. Get checked to see if all's well or not and how to avoid future pain.

Question 3

my son is a very active jumping, running. he started complaining yesterday of inner/upper thigh pain walking, bringing knee to chest. no pain resting or running. he can bear weight on that leg. no other symptom. how long is safe 2 watch and wait?

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: It is not about time but to watch for improvement or worsening and any changes in the area. It is possible it was muscle strain that should resolve but if it gets worse or skin changes in the area have it evaluated.

Question 4

4 wks postpartum, pinching pain inner thigh, knee &calf (along saphenous vein)can see the vein through my skin sometimes. neg ddimer-what could it be?

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Ans: Sounds like the vein us tortuous. Sometimes then causes pain. Apply heat that helps.

Question 5

my knee gave out while walking what does this suggest is wrong w it? have pain knee to thigh. pain increases when i walk, can still bear weight.

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Knee pain: One possibility is a torn meniscus.  Please see your doctor.  He/she will evaluate and suggest the proper treatment.  Peace and good health.

Question 6

extreme lower outer thigh pain 11d post op l knee arthro-mpfl repair &removal of osteochondral piece-severe swelling, hard to bend 3mth since injury?

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Pain @ 11d is common: When fluid and swelling are present in the knee, you will usually see it on outer part of thigh. If a tourniquet was used it can also cause residual but temporary pain in thigh. If the surgeon did a lateral release that also causes pain on outer thigh. If pain is severe you should have your doctor examine  to make sure there is not an infection or  determine if fluid needs to be removed from knee.

Question 7

i was wondering if trochanteric bursitis could be causing all the pain i am having in leg, knee, ankle, thigh, pain  since 10/9/2012.

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It can be: For the some reason it could be altering your gait and the way you are moving. In either case, i would see an orthopedist for care.

Question 8

loose acl, no swelling with bottom of knee & thigh pain. pain after short walks and 25% of weight on leg. i walk alot at college. what wil help?

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Therapy: Physical therapy to strengthen the supporting muscles if the knee as can wearing a brace; if not successful or if you are an active person an ACL reconstruction may be indicated.  Don't hesitate to be seen and evaluated.

Question 9

i have hysterectomy removed in 4 years. now i have my left thigh pain down to the knee. my doctor think from hyst removed mri show neg on the back?

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Neurology consult.: I would recommend a neurology consultation. Leg/thigh pain can have different causes. A nerve conduction test or other tests may help pinpoint the nerve involved. A normal lumbar spine MRI may not completely rule out nerve problems as sometimes a pelvic or leg MRI or even an MRI neurography (which is not commonly done) may be needed to study the involved nerves.

Question 10

front thigh pain and soreness after falling? fell on ice, felt a burning pain from knee to upper thigh. now hurts to move or bend. knee hurts too

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Get X-ray if...: Sounds like a contusion to your thigh. ( bruise). If you are able to walk and weight bear on that side a fractured femur( thigh bone)extremely unlikely. Contusions to kneecap( prepatellar bursitis ) is very common w/ your mechanism of injury and can refer pain proximally . So are thigh contusions. Rice is appropriate .If pain continues, swelling increases, or pain localizes to knee ... See md...Gl.

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What causes inner thigh pain affecting the knee?

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Pain right at the bend of the knee, medial, slightly behind the knee and inner thigh pain. feels like a tendon might snap when running. any ideas?

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My son is a very active jumping, running. he started complaining yesterday of inner/upper thigh pain walking, bringing knee to chest. no pain resting or running. he can bear weight on that leg. no other symptom. how long is safe 2 watch and wait?

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4 wks postpartum, pinching pain inner thigh, knee &calf (along saphenous vein)can see the vein through my skin sometimes. neg ddimer-what could it be?

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My knee gave out while walking what does this suggest is wrong w it? have pain knee to thigh. pain increases when i walk, can still bear weight.

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Extreme lower outer thigh pain 11d post op l knee arthro-mpfl repair &removal of osteochondral piece-severe swelling, hard to bend 3mth since injury?

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I was wondering if trochanteric bursitis could be causing all the pain i am having in leg, knee, ankle, thigh, pain since 10/9/2012.

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Loose acl, no swelling with bottom of knee & thigh pain. pain after short walks and 25% of weight on leg. i walk alot at college. what wil help?

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I have hysterectomy removed in 4 years. now i have my left thigh pain down to the knee. my doctor think from hyst removed mri show neg on the back?

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Front thigh pain and soreness after falling? fell on ice, felt a burning pain from knee to upper thigh. now hurts to move or bend. knee hurts too

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