Hip Pain
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Kent C Doan, MD (Orthopedics)
Dr Doan Graduated from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine and completed residency training in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Colorado. He completed additional fellowship training in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at the prestigious Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute in Vail, Colorado. He is a practicing Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in complex and revision knee and shoulder surgery at the Kansas City Orthopedic Institute. He also holds an assistant professorship at the University of Kansas City.
Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedics)
Dr. Hamahata graduated from the Jikei University of Medical Science. After working at Asanokawa General Hospital and Kosei Chuo Hospital, he joined the Department of Orthopedics at Asakusa Hospital in April 2021, specializing in general orthopedics and joint replacement surgery.
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- Hip pain gets worse when I try to sleep
- Crotch (hip joint) hurts
- Sleeping makes my hip ache worse
- Hip hurts when I go for a walk
- Walking causes my hip to hurt
- Pain in the hip joint
- Hip hurts when I try to sleep
- Walking causes hip pain
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Try Free Symptom QuizAbout the Symptom
Pain in the hip can be on either or both sides, or deep within the joint. The pain may be pressing, sharp or dull in nature.
When to See a Doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
- Disorder of consciousness
- Recent weight loss
- Recent fall
- Repeated fever above 38 ℃
- Numbness / sensory disorder
- Swelling of the affected area
- Low back pain
- Back pain
- Impossible to walk normally
Possible Causes
Generally, Hip pain can be related to:
- Femoral Head Necrosis
A condition where the top of the hip bone is damaged and dies due to poor blood supply. It can be caused by direct injury to the bone (e.g., a fracture or dislocation) or indirect injury (e.g., alcohol, smoking, medications, or radiotherapy).
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Polymyalgia rheumatica is a chronic, inflammatory disorder of unknown cause. It typically affects women more than men over the age of 50. Classic symptoms include pain in the neck, shoulders, hips, upper arms and thighs.
- Lumbar Vertebrae Disk Herniation
Also known as a slipped disc, this condition is characterized by injury to the cushioning discs between the spinal bones in the lower back (lumbar vertabrae) that causes the disc to bulge outward or rupture. The disc bulge puts pressure on adjacent nerves, which causes pain, leg weakness, or numbness. Poor posture, exercising with incorrect form, or occasionally benign non-lifting movement are some possible causes of this disorder.
- Osteonecrosis
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Spinal Canal Stenosis
- Piriformis Syndrome
- Neuropathic Pain
Related Serious Diseases
Sometimes, Hip pain may be related to these serious diseases:
- Femoral Neck Fracture
A break in the proximal femur at the level of the hip. This fracture is associated with a high risk of complications
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
- Do your hips hurt?
- Does your hip hurt when you walk?
- Does your hip hurt when you sleep?
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What Are the Causes of Pain in the Left Side of the Groin?
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Pain in the left side of the groin can be caused by various conditions, including musculoskeletal injuries, hernias, and issues related to the hip or reproductive organs. Identifying the specific cause is essential for effective treatment and management.
References:
Boutin RD, Robinson P. Pelvis and Groin: Practical Anatomy, Injury Patterns, and Imaging Findings. 2021 Apr 13. In: Hodler J, Kubik-Huch RA, von Schulthess GK, editors. Musculoskeletal Diseases 2021-2024: Diagnostic Imaging [Internet]. Cham (CH): Springer; 2021. Chapter 6.
Holmich P, Dienst M. Differentialdiagnose von Hüft- und Leistenschmerzen. Symptome und körperliche Untersuchungstechnik [Differential diagnosis of hip and groin pain. Symptoms and technique for physical examination]. Orthopade. 2006 Jan;35(1):8, 10-5. German. doi: 10.1007/s00132-005-0888-4. PMID: 16333650.
Bisciotti GN, Auci A, Di Marzo F, Galli R, Pulici L, Carimati G, Quaglia A, Volpi P. Groin pain syndrome: an association of different pathologies and a case presentation. Muscles Ligaments Tendons J. 2015 Oct 20;5(3):214-22. doi: 10.11138/mltj/2015.5.3.214. PMID: 26605198; PMCID: PMC4617224.
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What Are the Possible Causes of Female Pelvic Pain?
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Female pelvic pain can arise from a variety of causes, including gynecological, urological, gastrointestinal, and musculoskeletal issues. Understanding these potential causes is essential for proper diagnosis and treatment.
References:
Fletcher SG, Zimmern PE. Differential diagnosis of chronic pelvic pain in women: the urologist's approach. Nat Rev Urol. 2009 Oct;6(10):557-62. doi: 10.1038/nrurol.2009.178. Epub 2009 Sep 1. PMID: 19724247.
Sand PK. Chronic pain syndromes of gynecologic origin. J Reprod Med. 2004 Mar;49(3 Suppl):230-4. PMID: 15088861.
Nelson P, Apte G, Justiz R 3rd, Brismeé JM, Dedrick G, Sizer PS Jr. Chronic female pelvic pain--part 2: differential diagnosis and management. Pain Pract. 2012 Feb;12(2):111-41. doi: 10.1111/j.1533-2500.2011.00492.x. Epub 2011 Jul 31. PMID: 21801301.
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Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 30(23):p 1123-1130, December 1, 2022. | DOI: 10.5435/JAAOS-D-22-00528
Reviewed By:
Kent C Doan, MD (Orthopedics)
Dr Doan Graduated from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine and completed residency training in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Colorado. He completed additional fellowship training in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at the prestigious Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute in Vail, Colorado. He is a practicing Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in complex and revision knee and shoulder surgery at the Kansas City Orthopedic Institute. He also holds an assistant professorship at the University of Kansas City.
Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedics)
Dr. Hamahata graduated from the Jikei University of Medical Science. After working at Asanokawa General Hospital and Kosei Chuo Hospital, he joined the Department of Orthopedics at Asakusa Hospital in April 2021, specializing in general orthopedics and joint replacement surgery.
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