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Pain deep inside both hips only experience when sleeping. ortho said pt for weak hip muscles. i disagree & think bursitis.do less cardio but persists.

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See details: It is impossible to say without an exam. Both explanations are likely incorrect. See a rheumatologist.

Answered 11/29/2015

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