What are the causes of pain at the base of the left thigh?
Disease description:
I have been experiencing pain in my left upper thigh recently. Sometimes the pain is severe and slightly affects my walking. The pain becomes more noticeable especially when lifting my leg or performing movements with a wide range of motion. So why is this happening?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
Common causes that may lead to pain in the upper left thigh area:
1. Muscle or soft tissue injury: Overexertion, sudden increase in physical activity, improper posture, or trauma may cause strain or tearing of the thigh muscles, tendons, or ligaments, resulting in pain.
2. Ligament injury: Sprain or tearing of ligaments around the hip joint may also cause pain in the upper thigh area.
3. Fasciitis: This is an aseptic inflammatory response in the muscles and fascia; inflammation of the fascia in the upper thigh area can cause pain.
4. Hip joint disorders: Hip conditions such as arthritis, avascular necrosis of the femoral head, and hip synovitis often present as pain in the upper thigh area.
5. Sciatica: When the sciatic nerve is compressed or irritated, it can cause pain in the upper thigh and buttock area, possibly accompanied by numbness and radiating pain.
6. Lumbar spine issues: Conditions such as lumbar disc herniation or spinal stenosis may compress the sciatic nerve, leading to pain in the upper thigh area.
7. Vascular problems: For example, deep vein thrombosis, in which a blood clot blocks a deep vein, can cause pain along with symptoms such as swelling, redness, and warmth.
