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I have a constant numbness just above my right knee. when i stand for about more than 10 minutes, my thigh gets numb and i feel a burning pain?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Meralgia : Your description suggests a problem with the right lateral femoral cutaneous nerve of the thigh, meralgia paresthetica, an isolated sensory neuropathy. Visit a neurologist, as there are successful ways to handle this.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/25/2021

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A member asked:

I have a constant numbness just above my right knee. when i stand for about more than 10 minutes, my thigh gets numb and i feel a burning pain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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