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I have been having pain in what seems to be my femoral artery. it hurts when i abduct my right leg and it's a sharp pain.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Pain femoral artery: I have been having pain in what seems to be my femoral artery. It hurts when I abduct my right leg and it's a sharp pain. ANS: suspect you pulled a muscle in the area. A live video consult would help.

Answered 2/10/2017

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