A 40-year-old member asked:
is there anything that can cause hip pain radiating down the front leg?
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Dr. Chukwuka Okafor answered
Orthopedic Spine Surgery 16 years experience
See an Ortho Surgeon: It could be a few things -- possibly, spinal problem (for example a herniated disc pushing on a nerve), versus symptomatic hip joint arthritis if pain is in front of the thigh, etc. You physician will help diagnose the cause of your symptoms and start treatment.
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Carmi, IL
A 62-year-old male asked:
Hip pain that runs down the front of the leg?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jimmy Bowen answered
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 34 years experience
Hip Pain: Most likely represents hip osteoarthritis. Many things can mimic that such as L4 radicular pain. Hard to advise without examination and more inclusive history.
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Maldives
A 40-year-old male asked:
I am having hip pain and also i feel like my leg power is decreasing or loosing. Which doctor should I consult and what is the reason for this ?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Tracy Lovell answered
Rheumatology 21 years experience
Start with your : Start with your primary first. This could be arthritis. He or she will be able to determine you need to see a specialist.
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