Question 1

what is the definition or description of: thigh tingling?

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Wrong question: 'thigh tingling' _is_ a description of a feeling; there is no further definition (except what part of the thigh!). It may be _caused_ by an entrapped sensory nerve that goes under the groin ligament, tightness of nerves in the low spine, and/or tight muscles in the lower abdomen or buttock. Rarely it may be associated with a wider condition of nerves.

Question 2

right thigh tingling and burning.  just the front of it. feels like it just woke up? at night feels like it itches when laying. leaning forward hurts!

Accepted Answer

Varies: The sensation of "tingling" as you describe it can suggest a neurological component to your condition. The is a condition known as meralgia parastetica which can cause sumilar symptoms as can an upper lumbar radiculopathy.  Don't hesitate to be seen for an accurate diagnosis.

Question 3

why i have hypersensitivity in the back of my thigh( tingling/ prickling ) feeling and also wet/ cold when i wear pants. starts from buttock 2 knee?

Accepted Answer

Sciatica: 30's female with unilateral sciatica needs evaluation for cause of this neuralgia. Neural impingement might be occurring at lumbar foramena, sacroiliac joint or pyriformis muscle. An Osteopath would be a good specialist to evaluate. See comments below. There also needs to be evaluation for Joint Hypermobility Syndrome, which can potentiate evolution of sciatica.

Question 4

pain: lower back, thigh, one leg. behind knee. inner thigh.tingling & numbness in foot. lost control on my bladder once 2day. no sleep bc of pain. ??

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Sounds serious...: When a person loses control of the bladder, but was fine before... that's a problem. When combined with neurological symptoms in the legs or lower back, it becomes an emergency. In such a situation, one should get an immediate evaluation to see if there is something pressing on the spinal cord, which could lead to permanent paralysis. The Emergency Room doctor can ask the Neurologist to help.

Question 5

i have intermittent tingling in the front of my right thigh. what could cause this?

Accepted Answer

Anatomy: Location of your problem is the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve of thigh, and this may be initial manifestation of Meralgia Paresthetica.  If you are overweight or wear tight clothing, addressing one or both may be helpful.  See your doctor if persists.

Question 6

why does my entire leg have tingling especially in the thigh area (front and side)?

Accepted Answer

Leg numbness: plus thigh numbness obviates a good neurologic assessment. If its just the thigh tingling that narrows things down to L4 lumbar radiculopathy vs lateral femoral cutaneous nerve compression /entrapment and one would likely see a neurologist to further narrow things down and come up with a management plan. One should first ask "where is the lesion" Brain? (TIA /stroke / migraine, etc) Cord? Nerve?

Question 7

why do my thighs get extremely hot? not a burning or tingling sensation but a radiating heat that is more noticeable when in bed or sitting.

Accepted Answer

Thighs warm: Do you have your laptop on your lap? Computers generate heat. May also be nerves if being compressed either from disc disease or if overweight when you flex  your hips to sit.  May also be abdominal pressure from cystic ovaries, or even gastritis. Rarely may be MS. f/u with doctor /urgent care.

Question 8

i've been getting tingling in my left thigh different times of the day don't know what's causing it. it happens periodically and it stops when i touch it or rub it.

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Tingling : Tingling in the thigh could be caused by a number of problems depending on the exact pattern of the tingling and other related features.  Probably the most common cause of tingling on the anterolateral thigh ("anterolateral" is a medical term meaning roughly "toward the outside of the front") is a condition called meralgia paresthetica.  This is caused by a pinching of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve.  This nerve can get pinched in people, like me, who are a bit too generously-proportioned.  It can also get pinched in other ways.  Tingling in a band of skin, associated with a "bubbly" rash, could be shingles.  Other things that might cause tingling in the thigh could include a process affecting the spinal cord or spinal nerve roots.  Some of these things could be serious, so it is a good idea to see a doctor rather than try self-diagnosis.

Question 9

tingling sensation in thigh really bothering me, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Annoying but benign: Sounds like meralgia paresthetica, lateral fem cut nerve of thigh pinched at hip area, and may respond to absence of any tight clothing or belts over waist.  Nerve pain meds might help but have side effects.  Check with doc if get worse.

Question 10

i feel tingling/ electric shock feeling in my thighs?

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Usually a nerve: Tingling or shocking sensations are usually due to a nerve compression.  Determining location and body position can help you doctor determine the most likely nerve.  Sometimes medical treatment is necessary, but often the solution is stretching, strengthening, and weight loss.  For example. Tingling in the front is often caused by "meralgia paresthetica" which occurs when a person is sitting.

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What is the definition or description of: thigh tingling?

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Right thigh tingling and burning. just the front of it. feels like it just woke up? at night feels like it itches when laying. leaning forward hurts!

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Why i have hypersensitivity in the back of my thigh( tingling/ prickling ) feeling and also wet/ cold when i wear pants. starts from buttock 2 knee?

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Pain: lower back, thigh, one leg. behind knee. inner thigh.tingling & numbness in foot. lost control on my bladder once 2day. no sleep bc of pain. ??

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I have intermittent tingling in the front of my right thigh. what could cause this?

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Why does my entire leg have tingling especially in the thigh area (front and side)?

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Why do my thighs get extremely hot? not a burning or tingling sensation but a radiating heat that is more noticeable when in bed or sitting.

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I've been getting tingling in my left thigh different times of the day don't know what's causing it. it happens periodically and it stops when i touch it or rub it.

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Tingling sensation in thigh really bothering me, what should i do?

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I feel tingling/ electric shock feeling in my thighs?

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