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What Causes Sharp Pain In The Groin Area?

I experience sharp shooting pain in my groin area both L and R side when i turn, a few times a day, for the past three years. I have been to the chiropractor, orthopedic doctor and my primary. All have said they think it s a ligament issue. I was also diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, 3 years ago. any thoughts?
Sat, 29 Jun 2019
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Hello and Welcome

I appreciate your concern

Based on your description there could be a number of causes for the groin/leg pain on the left side. A small stone in the ureter that has passed on above from the kidney which is lodged in ureter , can be responsible for this pain. Urinalysis, X ray KUB/ Ultrasound abdomen pelvis should be done. If none are found then neuromuscular disorders should be worked up. A physical exam would indicate whether its a leg/groin/hip joint issue or a back/spine problem. An MRI of lumbosacral spine can be advised , based on the physical exam. In the meanwhile, antispasmodic medication can be added to the advil or Tylenol.

Wishing you best of health

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What Causes Sharp Pain In The Groin Area?

Hello and Welcome I appreciate your concern Based on your description there could be a number of causes for the groin/leg pain on the left side. A small stone in the ureter that has passed on above from the kidney which is lodged in ureter , can be responsible for this pain. Urinalysis, X ray KUB/ Ultrasound abdomen pelvis should be done. If none are found then neuromuscular disorders should be worked up. A physical exam would indicate whether its a leg/groin/hip joint issue or a back/spine problem. An MRI of lumbosacral spine can be advised , based on the physical exam. In the meanwhile, antispasmodic medication can be added to the advil or Tylenol. Wishing you best of health Thanks