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What Causes Pain In The Groin Area That Radiates To The Thigh?
Question: I am in pain down my groin and thigh and want to know what to do
Also I'm scheduled for a colonoscopy tomorrow and have taken ibuprofen and Aleve, will that be a problem
Also I'm scheduled for a colonoscopy tomorrow and have taken ibuprofen and Aleve, will that be a problem
Brief Answer:
Hernia, Nerve compression etc.
Detailed Answer:
Hi there.
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
I have read your query and understood your problem.
Do you have a lump in your groin which gets bigger if you cough or laugh ?
Do you have history of hernia ?
Do you have back pain that radiates to your thigh in the front associated with tingling or numbness ?
There are many causes of pain in the groin that radiates to the thigh, including abdominal hernia, lymph node infection, disc prolapse, blood clots etc.
Since you are going for a colonoscopy, you could be having certain gastrointestinal problem which could be causing this symptom.
Kindly get a thorough examination and necessary investigations by your Doctor and follow up with me for better understanding of your problem and advice on how to tackle them.
Eat healthy. Avoid meat, junk food, colas. Eat diet rich in fibre. Keep well hydrated. Exercise regularly to keep fit. Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.
I hope I have answered your query.
Thanking you.
Regards,
Dr. Aashish Raghu
Hernia, Nerve compression etc.
Detailed Answer:
Hi there.
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
I have read your query and understood your problem.
Do you have a lump in your groin which gets bigger if you cough or laugh ?
Do you have history of hernia ?
Do you have back pain that radiates to your thigh in the front associated with tingling or numbness ?
There are many causes of pain in the groin that radiates to the thigh, including abdominal hernia, lymph node infection, disc prolapse, blood clots etc.
Since you are going for a colonoscopy, you could be having certain gastrointestinal problem which could be causing this symptom.
Kindly get a thorough examination and necessary investigations by your Doctor and follow up with me for better understanding of your problem and advice on how to tackle them.
Eat healthy. Avoid meat, junk food, colas. Eat diet rich in fibre. Keep well hydrated. Exercise regularly to keep fit. Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.
I hope I have answered your query.
Thanking you.
Regards,
Dr. Aashish Raghu
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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