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Suggest Treatment For Burning Sensation Behind The Thighs
Question: Hi dr..
some kind of burning sensation in my left tigh backside but not continuously...... it passes like electric power about 15cms...it happening at same place....
some kind of burning sensation in my left tigh backside but not continuously...... it passes like electric power about 15cms...it happening at same place....
Brief Answer:
may be temporary in some cases
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
This may be due to neuropathy , which is abnormal function of the nerves in a particular area.
It can be temporary or permanent.
There are different possible causes such as: (1) vitamin b12 , folate deficiency
(2)trauma to the nerves involved in that area.
These nerves would come from the back. If there is any problems with them as they pass through the bones of the back or along the path to the thigh, this can cause burning
(3)diabetes
(4)liver or kidney disease
(5)side effect of medication
(6)infections such as shingles, or other viral infections
(7)thyroid disease
(8)exposure to toxins
(9)stroke, ms
These are some of the more common causes.
It is quite possible that the burning is temporary and will stop soon on its own but if it continues or it is severe , then you should see your doctor for assessment.
Assessment would include physical examination along with some tests (blood tests and imaging of the spine with x rays).
Treatment would depend on the cause found
i hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
may be temporary in some cases
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
This may be due to neuropathy , which is abnormal function of the nerves in a particular area.
It can be temporary or permanent.
There are different possible causes such as: (1) vitamin b12 , folate deficiency
(2)trauma to the nerves involved in that area.
These nerves would come from the back. If there is any problems with them as they pass through the bones of the back or along the path to the thigh, this can cause burning
(3)diabetes
(4)liver or kidney disease
(5)side effect of medication
(6)infections such as shingles, or other viral infections
(7)thyroid disease
(8)exposure to toxins
(9)stroke, ms
These are some of the more common causes.
It is quite possible that the burning is temporary and will stop soon on its own but if it continues or it is severe , then you should see your doctor for assessment.
Assessment would include physical examination along with some tests (blood tests and imaging of the spine with x rays).
Treatment would depend on the cause found
i hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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