Upper thigh swelling
04/16/2008 |
Question:
I have had no accident, or sport injury. My upper, inner and front thighs just swelled one night. I have no pain or redness. I am able to walk, etc. – function very well.
What could have caused this? What can I do about this.
Could it be blood accumulating? A hernia? Gout?
Answer:
These symptoms could represent femoral hernias, although bilateral occurrence at the same time would be unusual. A “blood accumulation” or hematoma would most likely be painful and discolored. Gout would not cause symptoms in this area and is a painful condition. Without an examination, it is impossible to say for certain what is causing your symptoms. I would recommend a physician evaluation with examination to accurately determine the cause of your symptoms and an appropriate treatment course.
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