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  1. Meralgia paresthetica - Overview

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    Also known as: bernhardt-roth syndrome
    A condition characterized by burning pain, numbness, and tingling sensation in the outer thigh. Caused due to compression of the nerve which supplies sensation to the upper leg.
    How common is condition?
    Rare (Fewer than 200,000 cases per year in US)
    Is condition treatable?
    Treatable by a medical professional
    Does diagnosis require lab test or imaging?
    Rarely requires lab test or imaging
    Time taken for recovery
    Can last several months
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    Common for ages 35-50
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    Causes

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    The causes includes:

    • This condition results when the femoral nerve gets trapped under the inguinal ligament which runs from the groin to the upper thigh.
    • Tight clothing – compresses the nerve
    • Some of the causes of compression due to increased pressure at the groin are
    • Injury causing scar tissue formation near the inguinal ligament
    • The risk factors include:
    • Age - People between the ages of 30 and 60 are more likely to develop the disease
    • Obesity
    • Pregnancy
    • Disease condition like diabetes which can potentially damage the nerves
    • Repetitive motions that could irritate the nerve
    • Standing or walking for a long time

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    Symptoms

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    Contact your provider if experiencing new, severe, or persistent symptoms.

    Pressure on the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve might cause the symptoms on the upper thigh mostly on one side of the body and these symptoms are as follows:

    • Burning pain
    • Tingling sensation
    • Numbness
    • High sensitivity to heat
    • Sensitivity to light touch rather than firm pressure

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    Where does the lateral thigh nerve come from?
    The nerve originates from the L2/L3 segments and travels down, lateral to the psoas muscle. It crosses the iliacus muscle deep to the fascia and then passes through or under the lateral part of the inguinal ligament. It runs superficially and divides into anterior and posterior branches to innervate the lateral thigh.
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    Treatment

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    Treatment options include pain medications and surgery.

    Medication

    Corticosteroid injection: Relieves pain by reducing inflammation and swelling.

    Cortisone

    Tricyclic antidepressants: Might aid in relieving pain.

    Amitriptyline

    Anti-seizure medications: Used to lessen the painful symptoms.

    Gabapentin . Phenytoin

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    Diagnosis

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    One or more of these tests may be recommended by your medical provider.
    Diagnosis is done on the basis of medical history and physical examination of the patient.

    Common tests & procedures

    Physical examination: Strength testing and reflex testing is done.

    X-ray: To rule out other medical conditions.

    CT scan: Done to rule out tumor and other probable causes of pain.

    Nerve blockade: Procedure where anesthesia is injected for pain relief at the region where the nerve passes through can confirm Meralgia paresthetica.

    Nerve conduction studies: Done to measure how fast electrical signals travel through the nerves.

    Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): To rule out tumor and other probable causes of pain.

    Electromyography (EMG): Is used to diagnose nerve and muscle disorders.

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    Overview
    Causes
    Symptoms
    Where does the lateral thigh nerve come from?
    Treatment
    Health guide
    Diagnosis
     

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  2. Lumbar plexus
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    The lateral cutaneous nerve of the thigh is a nerve of the lumbar plexus. [2][1] It arises from the anterior rami of the second and third lumbar nerves (L2-L3). [2][3] It passes through psoas major muscle, and emerges from its lateral border. [3]

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    The lateral femoral cutaneous nerve branches off the lumbar plexus, a network of nerves that connects the spinal cord in the lower back with the motor and sensory nerves of the legs and lower body. It provides sensation to the front and sides of the thigh.

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  3. Mayo Clinic
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    Meralgia paresthetica - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

     
  4. Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lateral_cutaneous_nerve_of_thigh

    Lateral cutaneous nerve of thigh - Wikipedia

  5. TeachMeAnatomy
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    Lateral Cutaneous Nerve of the Thigh - Supply

    Apr 26, 2024 · Learn about the anatomy and function of the lateral cutaneous nerve of thigh, a sensory nerve that arises from the lumbar plexus. See diagrams and 3D model of its course and supply to the skin of the anterolateral thigh.

  6. Cleveland Clinic
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    Meralgia Paresthetica: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

  7. UpToDate
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    Meralgia paresthetica (lateral femoral cutaneous nerve entrapment)

  8. Johns Hopkins Medicine
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    Meralgia Paresthetica - Johns Hopkins Medicine

    Meralgia paresthetica is a condition caused by compression of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve, which provides sensation to the outer thigh. Learn about the diagnosis, treatment options and prevention of this nerve disorder.

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    What is the lateral cutaneous nerve of the thigh?
    The lateral cutaneous nerve of the thigh usually divides into an anterior (or anterolateral) branch and a posterior branch. The anterior branch becomes superficial about 10 cm below the inguinal ligament. It divides into branches which are distributed to the skin of the anterior and lateral parts of the thigh, as far down as the knee.

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    Where shouldTranscutaneous electrical nerve stimulation be placed for sciatica pain in the calf of the leg?

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    Doctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 1 years of exp

    TENS unit electrode placement is critical when using TENS therapy to relieve sciatica pain. For best results position the electrodes on your lower back near the area of pain. Adjust the frequency as necessary and move the electrode pads around as necessary to achieve the best relief from your pain. You may also place two electrode pads on either side of the spine at different vertebrae. As with any tool, you'll find the best utility with a little experimentation. It's safe to explore the various settings when using a TENS unit for sciatica. Once you find what works for you, you'll find that pain relief from sciatica is accessible, effective, immediate, and even portable when you use electrotherapy.
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    Where does the lateral thigh nerve come from?
    The nerve originates from the L2/L3 segments and travels down, lateral to the psoas muscle. It crosses the iliacus muscle deep to the fascia and then passes through or under the lateral part of the inguinal ligament. It runs superficially and divides into anterior and posterior branches to innervate the lateral thigh.

    Meralgia Paraesthetica: Symptoms, and Treatment | Doctor - Patient

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    What is the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve?
    The lateral femoral cutaneous nerve is a pure sensory nerve vulnerable to compression as it passes from the lumbosacral plexus towards the inguinal ligament and into the subcutaneous tissue of the anterior thigh.

    Meralgia Paresthetica - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf

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    What is cutaneous innervation to the thigh region?
    The cutaneous innervation to the thigh region. The cutaneous innervation to the leg is from the following peripheral nerves: Posterior cutaneous nerve of thigh – supplies the skin over the central superior and posterior leg. Saphenous nerve – a sensory branch of the femoral nerve.

    The Cutaneous Innervation of the Lower Limb - TeachMeAnatomy

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    What is a synonym for posterior cutaneous nerve of thigh?
    Synonyms: Posterior cutaneous nerve of thigh, Dorsal femoral cutaneous nerve , show more... The posterior femoral cutaneous nerve, also known as the posterior cutaneous nerve of the thigh, is formed within the pelvic cavity by fibers from both the anterior and posterior divisions of anterior/ventral rami of spinal nerves S1–S3.

    Femoral cutaneous nerves: Origin, course and function - Kenhub

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  10. National Center for Biotechnology Information
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    Meralgia Paresthetica - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf

    May 1, 2023 · Meralgia paresthetica is a clinical condition that includes pain and dysesthesia in the anterolateral thigh associated with lateral femoral cutaneous nerve compression.

  11. TeachMeAnatomy
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    The Cutaneous Innervation of the Lower Limb

    Jun 13, 2024 · Learn about the peripheral nerve and dermatome patterns of cutaneous innervation of the lower limb, including the lateral cutaneous nerve of thigh. The lateral cutaneous nerve of thigh supplies the lower lateral quadrant …

  12. Patient
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    Meralgia Paraesthetica: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

  13. DermNet
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    Meralgia paraesthetica - DermNet

    Meralgia paraesthetica is a condition that affects the lateral aspect of the thigh, causing pain, tingling, numbness or itch. It is due to compression or traction of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve, which can be relieved by local anaesthetic …

  14. Kenhub
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    Femoral cutaneous nerves: Origin, course and …

    Oct 30, 2023 · Learn about the origin, course and branches of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve, also known as the lateral cutaneous nerve of thigh. This nerve supplies the skin of the anterolateral aspects of the thigh to the knee.

  15. Anatomy.co.uk
    https://anatomy.co.uk/lateral-cutaneous-nerve-of-thigh

    Lateral cutaneous nerve of thigh - Structure and Functions

  16. Mayo Clinic
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    Meralgia paresthetica - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

  17. OrthoInfo
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    Burning Thigh Pain (Meralgia Paresthetica) - OrthoInfo - AAOS

  18. nih.gov
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    MERALGIA PARESTHETICA: A REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE …

  19. Kenhub
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    The anatomy of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve | Kenhub

  20. TeachMeAnatomy
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    The Lumbar Plexus - Spinal Nerves - Branches - TeachMeAnatomy

  21. ScienceDirect
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0303846711001740

    A practical approach to the lateral cutaneous nerve of the thigh: …

  22. Kenhub
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    Lumbar plexus: Anatomy, branches and innervation - Kenhub

  23. Patient
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    Meralgia Paraesthetica: Symptoms, and Treatment | Doctor - Patient

  24. PubMed
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    Sonographic Evaluation of the Lateral Femoral Cutaneous Nerve: …

  25. Dove Medical Press
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