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5 months preg. joint pain in right leg/pelvic area..is this because my pelvic bones are widening? feels disconnected. but my leg is fully functional..

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Joint still "hopping: Yes the connection between the femur's knob (acetabulum) and your pelvic joint is "loosening" due to the pregnancy. The leg still works because the joint still allows movement without impairment.

Answered 8/17/2015

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A member asked:

5 months preg. joint pain in right leg/pelvic area..is this because my pelvic bones are widening? feels disconnected. but my leg is fully functional..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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