Meralgia Paresthetica Injections in South London

What is a Meralgia Paresthetica ?
 

Meralgia Paresthetica is a condition that affects a nerve at the front of your hip (the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve), causing pain, numbness, and tingling sensations in the outer thigh. 

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What causes a Meralgia Paresthetica ?

 

Meralgia Paresthetica can be due to tight clothing, being overweight, pregnancy or injury. 

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How a Meralgia Paresthetica is diagnosed ?

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The diagnosis is primarily base on your symptoms and clinical presentation. An ultrasound can can detect specific changes on the nerve to confirm the diagnosis.

 

If you think you may be experiencing symptoms of Meralgia Paresthetica, book an appointment with our expert clinician, Maxence Legout, for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.