hi, i have a strange pulsing heartbeat like flowing through my left hip?? any thoughts please.

Question

In the back left of my head i feel a vein pulsing quickly, much faster than my heartbeat for 10-15 sec. 2-3x a day for the past 3 days. What is it?

Answer 1

?iliac aneurysm: An arterial duplex exam should be performed to rule out an iliac or femoral artery aneurysm.

Answer 2

Measuring Tape: Waist to hip ratio is determined using a flexible measuring tape to measure circumference of the waist at its narrowest point, typically just above belly button, and circumference of hips at their widest point. Waist measurement is divided by hip measurement and this number represents waist to hip ratio. Values over 0.8 for women and 0.9 for men have been associated with various health risks.

Answer 3

Measuring tape: Using a measuring tape, measure your waist circumference at the belly button; divide that by the hip circumference at the widest point (you may need a helper or a mirror for accuracy). This ratio is a good predictor of your wellness: women less than 0.8 and men less than 0.9 are considered healthy.

Answer 4

Depends...: Artificial hips are getting better all the time but are not as tolerant as a real hip. The metal and plastic parts wear out over time. Younger patients (under 50)are usually more active and will wear out a replacement and need a revision at some point. Most surgeons will opt to do it when the patient is healthy enough for surgery, but old enough to not wear out the implant. Avg 15-20+ yrs on most.

Answer 5

Decades: The original total hip replacements had a survival rate of 10-15 years. We think with our newer materials , they will last at least twice as long as this, but we will have to wait to know. Many factors can change this time frame but this is the average.

Answer 6

Pretty well: They have been refined and tested over and over in labs and in practice. The results do vary based upon not only the hip replacement itself, but also the physical demands of the person getting it. I would discuss the specifics of your case with your surgeon.

Answer 7

????: Sle vasculitis of the hip? Sle is for lupus. Vascular inflammation may lead to joint destruction and necrosis . Op may be short for operation?

Answer 8

Avascular necrosis : Avascular necrosis of the hip can come from many causes. Systemic lupus is one, but there many other causes. Your question seems to suggest that surgery is being advised for this condition. There are a variety of options depending on how far advanced the avascular necrosis of the hip is.

Answer 9

Flexibility/Strength: Flexibility and strength are very important, especially for dancers. If you are having pain or an injury related to your hip flexors, you might want to work with a physical therapist to learn a good stretching and core/hip strengthening program. You may want to work with a Pilates instructor if you aren't injured, but only have tight hip flexors, as Pilates is excellent for dancers.

Answer 10

Stretch: Stretch stretch stretch. Nsaids as well.

Answer 11

Have it evaluated: Many times the pain is really a back issue rather than a hip issue.

hi, i have a strange pulsing heartbeat like flowing through my left hip?? any thoughts please.

Ask U.S. doctors your own question and get educational, text answers — it's anonymous and free!

90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:

Similar questions

How will you measure waist to hip ratio?

How can artificial hips stand up over time?

What does a diagnosis: "sle vasc hip op" mean?

I've been diagnosed with overactive hip flexors and am a dancer, what should I do now?

How do I get my hips to stop hurting all the time?

Related questions

90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:

People also asked

Disclaimer:

Get the free app for Members

Get the free app for Doctors