meralgia (Meaning)
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meralgia (n)
pain in the thigh
Synonyms & Antonyms of meralgia
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meralgia Sentence Examples
- Meralgia paresthetica is a condition characterized by burning, tingling, or numbing pain in the outer thigh.
- The symptoms of meralgia can range from mild discomfort to severe pain.
- Meralgia is often caused by the entrapment of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve.
- The lateral femoral cutaneous nerve is responsible for providing sensation to the skin on the outer thigh.
- Meralgia can be triggered by activities that put pressure on the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve, such as sitting for long periods.
- Treatment for meralgia may include avoiding activities that trigger the pain, taking medications to relieve pain, and physical therapy to stretch and strengthen the muscles around the nerve.
- In severe cases of meralgia, surgery may be necessary to release the trapped nerve.
- Meralgia is a relatively common condition, affecting up to 5% of the population.
- Meralgia is more common in women than men.
- Meralgia is most commonly seen in people between the ages of 30 and 60.
FAQs About the word meralgia
pain in the thigh
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Meralgia paresthetica is a condition characterized by burning, tingling, or numbing pain in the outer thigh.
The symptoms of meralgia can range from mild discomfort to severe pain.
Meralgia is often caused by the entrapment of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve.
The lateral femoral cutaneous nerve is responsible for providing sensation to the skin on the outer thigh.
