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What Causes Meralgia Paresthetica Symptoms After A Broken Rib?
Question: Hi, recently (7 days) broke 2 ribs from a fall (lower left back). I have been restricted in movement and spending long times inactive due to pain. Have just been awoken with burning numbness in my upper right thigh. Meralgia paresthetica symptoms seem to fit 100%. I am 42 and very overweight and consume a large amount of alcohol but wonder if the onset of Meralgia paresthetica may be related to the ribs. No previous nerve or medical problems and the ribs were my first overnight stay in hospital.
Brief Answer:
Can be nutritional deficiency.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Meralgia paresthetica symptoms happen due to compression of lateral femoral cutaneous nerve. Your symptoms are more likely to be due to nutritional deficiency, allergic reactions, alcohol intake excessive cold, exposure to chemicals or electrolyte imbalance. A nerve compression is not likely and this is not related to the rib fracture.
Some measures:
1)Start taking vitamin B 12 supplements for few days and observe for changes.
2)Avoid alcohol,sea food as it may trigger an allergic reaction.Prefer having home made food.
3)Apply petroleum jelly overnight.
4)Have a glass of orange juice or any mixed fruit so that if any electrolyte imbalance is corrected.
5)Avoid stress and relax your mind.
If the symptoms persist even after 5 days or worsen consider visiting a Physician for evaluation as a physical examination would be beneficial.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Can be nutritional deficiency.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Meralgia paresthetica symptoms happen due to compression of lateral femoral cutaneous nerve. Your symptoms are more likely to be due to nutritional deficiency, allergic reactions, alcohol intake excessive cold, exposure to chemicals or electrolyte imbalance. A nerve compression is not likely and this is not related to the rib fracture.
Some measures:
1)Start taking vitamin B 12 supplements for few days and observe for changes.
2)Avoid alcohol,sea food as it may trigger an allergic reaction.Prefer having home made food.
3)Apply petroleum jelly overnight.
4)Have a glass of orange juice or any mixed fruit so that if any electrolyte imbalance is corrected.
5)Avoid stress and relax your mind.
If the symptoms persist even after 5 days or worsen consider visiting a Physician for evaluation as a physical examination would be beneficial.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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