Published on: 6/17/2025
What could be the reasons for pain in the front of my thigh?
Pain in the front of the thigh can be caused by conditions like femoral neuralgia, which may result from trauma, or meralgia paresthetica.
Explanation
Pain in the front of the thigh can have several causes. One possible reason is femoral neuralgia, which can happen after trauma. This condition affects the femoral nerve, causing pain in the thigh area.
Another condition is meralgia paresthetica, which is linked to nerve compression. This can occur after certain surgeries or compression of the thigh. The symptoms include tingling, numbness, and pain in the thigh due to pressure on the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve.
If you experience ongoing pain, it's important to discuss it with a healthcare provider who can help identify the cause and suggest appropriate treatment options.
(References)
- Hallett JW Jr, Wolk SW, Cherry KJ Jr, Gloviczki P, & Pairolero PC. (1990). The femoral neuralgia syndrome after arterial catheter trauma. Journal of vascular surgery, 2335836.
- Parsonnet V, Karasakalides A, Gielchinsky I, Hochberg M, & Hussain SM. (1991). Meralgia paresthetica after coronary bypass surgery. The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, 1992232.
- Agarwal N, Mistry JB, Khandge PV, Hansberry DR, & Goldstein IM. (2018). Meralgia Paresthetica After Spine Surgery on the Jackson .... Clinical spine surgery, 29135610.
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