One month of intermittent pain in the groin area, what's the cause?
I have been experiencing intermittent pain in my upper thigh for a month now, with varying intensity. The pain sometimes worsens after walking a lot, but eases slightly after resting. So, what could be causing this?
Doctor's answer (1)
Constant pain in the groin area lasting for a month may be caused by various factors. The following are some possible causes:
1. Prolonged sitting: Remaining seated for extended periods may restrict blood circulation in the groin area, causing pain and numbness.
2. Muscle or soft tissue injury: Overuse, strains, or sprains may damage muscles, tendons, or ligaments in the groin area, resulting in pain.
3. Piriformis syndrome: Trauma to the buttocks or drug injections may cause nerve compression around the piriformis muscle, leading to pain in the buttocks and groin area.
4. Hip joint disorders: Conditions such as hip arthritis or avascular necrosis of the femoral head can cause pain in the groin and even the buttocks, often accompanied by limited mobility.
5. Nerve-related conditions: Sciatica or herniated lumbar discs compressing nerves may cause pain radiating along the nerve pathway to the groin area.
6. Vascular issues: Vascular diseases such as deep vein thrombosis or peripheral artery disease may also cause pain.
7. Gynecological or urinary system disorders: Pelvic inflammatory disease in women or prostatitis in men may sometimes cause referred pain to the groin area.
