Nerve Pain in the Thigh - Ideas Please

[BigDog Bryan 262]

I am EXTATIC with my WLS Surgery decision, and I have had no real complications to speak of. Recently, however, I have developed a nerve pain (sort of a burning, numbing pain) in the quadriceps and hip area of my left thigh. It is localized, and never goes to or past my knee. Additionally, my right leg is just fine.

I had the well-known numbness that many with morbid obesity learn to adapt to, and it disappeared after I lost my first 35-40 pounds. This seems to be a different pain in that it doesn't ever truly go away. Standing does intensify it, but walking is less of a discomfort. Sitting for 2-5 minutes is like a "reset button" that allows me to continue with normal activities. I found reference to Meralgia Paraesthetica online, but this forum has become a vital resource as well. Any similar experiences and/or solutions are greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

BigDogBryan

[Jhawaiianhny 23]

I am EXTATIC with my WLS Surgery decision, and I have had no real complications to speak of. Recently, however, I have developed a nerve pain (sort of a burning, numbing pain) in the quadriceps and hip area of my left thigh. It is localized, and never goes to or past my knee. Additionally, my right leg is just fine.

I had the well-known numbness that many with morbid obesity learn to adapt to, and it disappeared after I lost my first 35-40 pounds. This seems to be a different pain in that it doesn't ever truly go away. Standing does intensify it, but walking is less of a discomfort. Sitting for 2-5 minutes is like a "reset button" that allows me to continue with normal activities. I found reference to Meralgia Paraesthetica online, but this forum has become a vital resource as well. Any similar experiences and/or solutions are greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

BigDogBryan

It kind of sounds like what I've been feeling, even before surgery. Exactly like how you put it, esp the reset part. But for me, I was diagnosed with degenorative osteoarthritis...I had to ask my doctor to request an xray, to see if that's what it was and turned out it was. Might want to maybe check on that, if it's not, good to rule it out! Good luck to you!

HW: 419 SW: 341 CW: 319

[woo woo 872]

Another possibility is herneated disk in your lumbar spine. This can press on the nerve that affects that part of the leg.

I had this a year and a half ago. The nerve pain was much worse at night.

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[FamilyGuyNJ 123]

I have the same peoblem for 2 years now. As per Jhawaiianhny, its caused by degenerative osteoarthritis in the spine. Losing weight should lessen the pain, but the damage is done. I find going to a chiropractor helps to relieve the pressure where the nerve is being pinched.

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[BigDog Bryan 262]

Thanks for the info - I do have a friend who is a Chiropractor, so I will check in with him soon.

P.S. that's how you spell ecstatic at 1 AM on a weeknight

Edited December 14, 2016 by BigDog Bryan

[BigDog Bryan 262]

FYI - went to the Chiropractor and found that there is a serious impingement on the left side in my lower spine, requiring treatment and adjustments. The good news is that it will be treated successfully.

Thanks to everyone for the advice, encouragement and help.

Bryan