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What causes warm spots(sensations) in your hip and leg? i am a female, 74 yrs. old

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Nerve: Sensation of warmth may be related to varicose veins, referred nerve pain from spine, sensory neuritis, or localized muscle strain.

Answered 9/28/2016

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