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Really bad pain at the top of my leg for over 4 months on and off. what should i do?

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Dr. Alvin Stein answered

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See a doctor soon. : There could be any number of issues here , but 4 months of pain warrants a medical examination soon.

Dr Maes agreed

Answered 6/19/2013

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