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Can you tell me what a throbbing hip means please?

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Dr. Christopher Ferguson answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Several causes: Throbbing pain in the hip can be caused by many things. Arthritis, trochanteric bursitis, labral tear, stress fracture, and back issues are just a few of the possibilities. See a physician for a complete evaluation.

Answered 9/28/2016

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