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Meralgia Paresthetica is a neuropathic pain condition that causes burning pain, tingling, pins & needles, and numbness outside the thigh. It is caused by a compression or injury of the Lateral Femoral Cutaneous Nerve.
Dr. Furlan is a pain specialist in Toronto Canada. She is a physiatrist (specialist in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation). She holds a medical degree from the University of Sao Paulo and a Ph.D. degree from the University of Toronto. She has 30 years of experience helping people with chronic pain to get better quality of life.
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ALERT: This video is not intended to replace medical advice. If you think you have a condition that is causing you pain, please consult with your doctor to get a diagnosis and a treatment plan for you. The intent of this video is only for educational purposes. If there is any emergency, go to the nearest emergency department or call an ambulance. CLOSED CAPTIONS in this video have not been professionally verified.
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[@marciacrandall6034]

Fifteen years ago I was able to self diagnose based on Internet searching (when the Internet was still relatively new). There was only a blurb on the Mayo Clinic website giving the symptoms and name, no treatment except surgery in severe cases. But it was never more than an annoyance until 2 years ago when it evolved into severe burning waking me several times a month, especially when I woke lying on my back. ANY muscle movement was unbelievable pain and some days my skin was so hot from the burning. It progressed to the point I developed insomnia because I was afraid to wake in pain and I needed an electric scooter at the grocery store. I again searched the Internet and to my surprise found many more entries on the condition, including KZbin videos showing stretches and treatments. The stretches worked!!! Some better than others for me. It's been a few months since I felt any pain until tonight so was looking up those stretches to do before bed and found your informative video, the most recent I've ever seen. Thank you for validating this condition and keeping the info current. I'll check to see if you have one for stretches or use one of the others on here.

[@froggygurl8775]

I need to look for those exercises

[@Bekindloveis]

@@froggygurl8775 Do stretches on the thigh pain area u can look up utube videos on this condition for what kind, it really helps loose the muscle so the pain is lessoned

[@Bekindloveis]

Do stretches on the thigh pain area u can look up utube videos on this condition for what kind, it really helps loose the muscle so the pain is lessoned

[@sarab.379]

Would you kindly write which youtube stretch workout it was that helped you? I would like to try it too. Thank you

[@robertk5441]

Great video. Simple explanation. Thank you for not playing music in the background. I suffer from meralgia paresthetica. My doctor overdiagnosed it as a spine problem. Luckily I came across knowledgeable chiropractor, who worked on that nerve. With exercises and swimming plus chiropractor visits I feel great improvement. Still not 100% though. It is very important that this is annoying condition, but it's not leading to a wheelchair. Thank you Doctor. You're great. I've subscribed to your channel.

[@jban5894]

Very nicely explained.. thank you doctor

[@gracejimenez5846]

I have just diagnosed with meralgia paresthetica recently.this info helps me a lot thank you.

[@H.O.P.E.1122]

Glad to have a name to go with the condition. Good lecture.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks for watching

[@BiBi-pk5zn]

I wish I would be able to find a good doctor that doesnt call me hypochondroac and helps instead of ignorance the suffering!!

[@moonchild7456]

Thank you for this informative video, Dr. Furlan. I can confirm that some doctors don't seem to know about this condition. I went to a doctor about it who appeared clueless about the lateral femoral nerve. I believe mine originated from a hip injury I suffered while cleaning the floor. I went to PT, which I think helped quite a bit, and also rolfing. I've watched some youtube videos on exercises for this condition and they are very helpful as well.

[@jf.7599]

You do a great job explaining!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are welcome

[@jeyandogann]

Nice explanation thanks a lot ...

[@julianastanislas578]

Happy new Dr.Furlan great information listening to your program

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Same to you!

[@sarkartalpola3360]

Good evening Andrea Furlon. I appreciate your immense knowledge about pain and its causes. We need doctors like you all over the world and especially in India. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I had this pain a few months ago and it went off by itself. I was worried like hell. You relieved me of the anxiety. Thank you. Wish you a very happy new year.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@vickielee9397]

This video is very informative. Thank you.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are welcome

[@jakesyaseen8494]

All welcome to 2023 wishing everyone a happy new year from Johannesburg South Africa 👍💕🇿🇦

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you Jakes for your kind wishes. For you too.

[@ciscokid9119]

Thank you Doctor 🏥💊 Perfect Analysis

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Glad you liked it!

[@evelynevans-appiah2201]

Thanks for your pod cast as I am suffering this condition right now from my waist line down both tights. I move about holding onto walls and furniture. I will watch your next episode for treatment and management.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Evelyn. Thank you for your kind words.

[@myintooo5695]

Thank you so much for your useful information. God bless you always.❤💯🙏

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Same to you, Myint.

[@anujoshi4707]

Good information

[@bulldoggarageapparel7511]

20 years have been going through this now its to the point where standing or walking longer than 5 minutes is so painful i want to cry. been to all kinds of doctors and had all kinds of injections and tests done and nobody has been able to help me, only relief i can find is sitting in a chair 90 % of the day i'm only 49 years old and i cant hardly do anything for the pain i'm in over it, it stared as just numbness and some burning 20 years ago now its Honorable pain after 5 minutes of standing or walking, been to 5 different doctors and surgents nobody has been able to help me,

[@cathysuchercisse5459]

Why couldn’t surgeons help you? The nerve can be disconnected surgically

[@GP-qu9ev]

Thank you for the helpful information. Both of my thighs are numb, burn and I often have electric shooting sensation on both sides. I've recently had a double mastectomy and can not lie on my sides or stomach. Will lying on my back worsen my condition. I've tried a wedge pillow to elevate my legs, but it definitely makes it worse. Thank you for being an open minded doctor.

[@pamm8075]

Thank-you for this video. I have had this symptom for a year and is frustrating and at times debilitating. I do the stretching and exercises. I really believe weight and diet play a part in making it worse for me. Thanks again.

[@lindaanderson6340]

Very helpful ! Thank you.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@teresacrowley4076]

Happy New Year 🎉 Dr Andrea. Thanks for another informative video.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Same to you

[@rhondawebb3469]

HNY!! great video. I have this now. One side only. Just a slight numb feeling. Thought I was imagining it at first. Very good to know. Thanks Dr Furlan

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Rhonda, Happy new year to you too.

[@davegrice9546]

Thanks very much. This started on me about 3-4 weeks ago and I've been doing all these stretches on YT but not thinking of source.. and now it makes sense. My weight gain around belly has me wearing pants/belt etc way tighter now and I sit a LOT so it's making sense that could be part of the issue.. I'm seeing my doctor this Thursday to also discuss further & overall health. much thanks for this educational video Dr Andrea. 🙂

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Dave, thank you for posting this comment.

[@sahanasharmin6446]

Thank you so much Doctor

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Sahana. I'll do a LIVE KZbin session to make an announcement this Saturday. March 4th at 11 am ET. I hope to see you there.

[@sandeepjuvvala]

thank you so much😊

[@charlynnmullin38]

Thank you🎉❤

[@Shakti_Singh_Om]

Thank you Doctor 😊

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for this comment. Have you seen my website yet? All of my videos are organized by topics and you can download all handouts, worksheets and booklets that I made. You will need to sign up for a membership to access all of my materials. It is FREE to become a member. Check it out: www.doctorandreafurlan.com And please remember that I do not give individual medical advice via email, social media or website. My channel and my website are for educational purposes only. For any individual medical advice, please talk to your doctor.

[@vinni..jeanl...a..8168]

Hi Dr andrea Furlan. " Very lovely day Nd wishing you a very prosperous New year. " We enjoyed your episodes throughout year. " We have got so many informations through you. " You're are doing fabulous job which is helpful everyone. We expecting that this year will blessed year for you. " Keep doing more.. 👍😘##

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you!

[@maninderjain9259]

Thank you madam. I am from India. It really helped

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for this comment. Have you seen my website yet? All of my videos are organized by topics and you can download all handouts, worksheets and booklets that I made. You will need to sign up for a membership to access all of my materials. It is FREE to become a member. Check it out: www.doctorandreafurlan.com And please remember that I do not give individual medical advice via email, social media or website. My channel and my website are for educational purposes only. For any individual medical advice, please talk to your doctor.

[@Mansmatters]

Very interesting

[@angelagodwin2952]

I agree totally with you I also have this condition and it’s more than just a mild annoyance it has also ruined my quality of life and my children have also suffered because I’m limited with the things I can do with them I hope you can somehow heal from this or at least not be in so much pain

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔 on youTube. so you get notified when I post new videos. And please remember, I do not give individual medical advice via social media or email.

[@IvanIvanov-og1uc]

Happy New Year!!!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Same to you

[@sandrazeilinger7879]

Hello, I just came back from a long distance walk witch I canceled. During the nights it was gone, after a few kilometers it appeared again. 5 days (125km) of ignoring or observing the numbness and pain, I stopped the whole trip. A long night rest was very good, I still have a bit of symptoms. I am going to continue with a few exercises I found online and hope its getting better soon. Thank you for your amazing explaination.

[@timothyvaher2421]

Thank you Dr Furlan for the diagnosis! Yes I've experienced this very condition periodically and will take your advice. It's alarming, it awakes me with painful numbness in the very area described. I'm overweight in the lower waist area and use a tight 36" belt size. Sit for hours be at the computer and ride the bus for an hour each be day! So glad you have the cure! I'm relieved 😅 ! Love your channel! Thank you.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for taking the time to write this comment. I don't have the ability to give medical advice here because I am not able to get all the details that I need and most importantly, to examine you. I don't give individual medical advice via social media or by email. This channel is for educational purposes only. Please talk to your doctor. Have you seen my website yet? Check it out www.doctorandreafurlan.com

[@candicemireles8833]

Did you ever get rid of it? 👀

[@jmfia2391]

Same. I woke up thinking someone was stabbing me! That's how much it hurts. Every time I lay down my right thing burns and gets numb... It is debilitating.

[@darrengorup3322]

Hello Doctor! What if these symptoms become an issue only immediately after having an emergency an L3-L-4 fusion?

[@angryfrogfishing2388]

@@DrAndreaFurlan Yes I have very horrible burning pain in my legs. They did a needle nerve test in my right leg and the test came back normal and MRI came back normal it wakes me up I can not sleep please help me Ive been to so many doctors they have done blood test and no doctor has found the cause to help me

[@humanchildofgod3126]

THANK YOU❤❤❤

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for this comment. Have you seen my website yet? All of my videos are organized by topics and you can download all handouts, worksheets and booklets that I made. You will need to sign up for a membership to access all of my materials. It is FREE to become a member. Check it out: www.doctorandreafurlan.com And please remember that I do not give individual medical advice via email, social media or website. My channel and my website are for educational purposes only. For any individual medical advice, please talk to your doctor.

[@hoho7378]

It is a very nice Opening in this year to watch your Videos Dr.Andrea Happy new year. Best Wishes from Syria ♥️ عام جديد سعيد مليئ بالنجاح والسعادة والبركات أتمناه لك ولعائلتك الكريمة ♥️🎄🎄🎊🎉🎁

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you Ho.

[@thierryzuercher-ln7se]

Cycling is causing this as well. My relieve was to train the back hip muscles too, in order to fight muscle imbalances.

[@juanitoswrestlingvlogmore1007]

This has been happening to me for months already! It’s been happening every since i started using the treadmill 6 days week for 1 hour.

[@guadalupefrancomolina51]

Gracias dra, excelente tema 👍 le envío saludos desde México, cuídese mucho saludos 🤗 👍...

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Ola Guadalupe. Muchas gracias.

[@ramonaclinch2212]

I googled my symptoms cause one dr told me it was a pinched nerve another one inflamed tendon. Finally one dr said oh that sounds like your symptoms but it's very rare. I was sent to physical therapy and have gone 2x but it hasn't helped. I will be asking to get an MRI since this has been going on for a year now

[@nitinvarade6564]

Plz make another video on solutions/remedies

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for this comment. Have you seen my website yet? All of my videos are organized by topics and you can download all handouts, worksheets and booklets that I made. You will need to sign up for a membership to access all of my materials. It is FREE to become a member. Check it out: www.doctorandreafurlan.com And please remember that I do not give individual medical advice via email, social media or website. My channel and my website are for educational purposes only. For any individual medical advice, please talk to your doctor.

[@atomdent]

Happy New Year everyone!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you Tom.

[@dr.vigneshkumarphdphysioth6585]

Happy fabulous new year wishes dr andrea .great list of new goals of yours ahead ... meralgia parasthetica is a entrapment neuropathy ...lateral femoral cutaneous nerve entrapment. Good educational video on causes diagnostic tests and treatment options . One more thing as a physiotherapist there are few test pelvic compression test is a golden standard test evidence based 95 percent sensitivity and specificity to confirm meralgia ... and neurodyanamic tests revealed by David and lorimer to confirm it and some evidence based exercises plays a key role to alleviate the problem ....sometimes local pricks nerve blocks ...useful .....and topical medicine as dr andrea suggested useful .amazing video on 2023 .keep educating as dr awaiting for your new book on chronic pain .need to read .please ...

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for your comments, Vignesh

[@dr.vigneshkumarphdphysioth6585]

@@DrAndreaFurlan welcome madam

[@summaiyaaslam3697]

Thanks for sharing...as my husband is present ly going through such sever burning thing for last two months an we r in search to cure it.

[@cydkriletich6538]

Thank you so much for this video. I am 73 yr. old woman who, at the age of 41, had compressed disks at L4, L5, and S1, with the L5 suffering a serious herniation, aka “a blow out!” It impinged on my sciatic nerve, causing severe pain. I was unable to lift my right foot more than an inch and could not walk upright for 7 months. (I had a terrible doctor at the time) I ended up having surgery; but, the surgeon told me that by the time he opened me up, the disk matter had been reabsorbed and the sciatic nerve was permanently damaged. I’ve had a lot of problems since then, including being diagnosed with fibromyalgia about 5 years after this happened. I have had this problem with the outer thighs of both legs since the back issue. The right is so damaged that once I slapped on the electro-pad of my T.E.N.S. Unit and cranked the Unit up as high as it would go. I felt absolutely nothing! I did not leave it on long, but it really showed me how deep the problem is. I’ve been taking a low dose of Gabapentin for many years for the strange ache and all the other symptoms you mentioned, though now the doctors want to take me off of it. My left thigh 6:11 does not get the strange, annoying, and sometimes painful symptoms as the right, but it is ultra-sensitive to touch, and, like the right side, doesn’t feel heat and cold. I’ve never been told what this is caused or what causes it. I may go ahead and try to get off the Gabapentin as my doctor (new, good doctor!) wants me to do. Giving this condition a name and some tactics to ease it has given me a boost of confidence! Again, thank you, and a very Happy New Year to you from me!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Cyd. Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@sztunde]

Happy new year! Would you consider making a video about GTPS?

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for your comment. That is a good question/suggestion for a future video.

[@helenahayes6150]

TART CHERRY JUICE: I read about tart cherry juice in a research report - as bizarre as it sounds. . Lyrica (the medication) only helped partially. The cherry juice really helped. The research said research participants felt the difference after 2 weeks. Its day 7 and I have felt the difference for a few days. It requires half a glass twice a day according to research. If I forget to take it though, the pain comes back. And I found that taking a little more than half a glass twice a day helps even more.

[@donnabaron4660]

Where do you get tart cherry juice?

[@Bekindloveis]

@@donnabaron4660they sell them at supermarkets & amazon

[@jumpinjohn54]

I started having this. Irritating as heck. Feels like a torch being held in that area, with the tingling, pins & needles all at the same time. Flares up after sitting too long. Different then the Sciatica I've had for 20 years. Sciatica usually is more in the back of the leg. Thanks for sharing Doctor. Happy New Years.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Sorry to hear that.

[@danipr7823]

Have you got better? I’m experiencing now and it frustrates me so much

[@Bekindloveis]

@@danipr7823 Do stretches on the thigh pain area u can look up utube videos on this condition for what kind, it really helps loose the muscle so the pain is lessoned

[@Bekindloveis]

Do stretches on the thigh pain area u can look up utube videos on this condition for what kind, it really helps loose the muscle so the pain is lessoned

[@Webmeandme]

Parabens!!!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks!

[@sissi8610]

Thank you so much! I did have a CT scan of the lumbar spine and it shows servere left neural exit foraminal narrowing. The GP thinks it's from that. But I told him, no, I don't get pain in the back leg, and the pain does not extend past the knee. It is only in the thigh, and only on the front and outside. I wonder if an MRI would show if the Lateral femoral cutaneous nerve is compressed? I have been so sad since I had the CT scan, and the result, but I don't think my thigh pain is coming from that.

[@traceymallard]

It only gets me with numbness on the whole thigh when I’m standing for awhile.

[@citygen870]

thnx

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

That is great to hear. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@froggygurl8775]

Thank you so much for the video! I'm going through this right now, for the first time, and I was going crazy not having any idea what it could me. I've tried lidocaine and it works okay. I'm going to try the capsaicin next. I hope it goes away soon so I don't have to see a Dr.

[@froggygurl8775]

*be

[@jez_music]

Hi doctor.. thank u so much for this video, im 27 year’s old and im suffering from a severe thigh pain and sometimes it kind of give me a burning sensation. This started after my delivery. I can’t sleep at night it hurts 😢

[@Bekindloveis]

Do stretches on the thigh pain area u can look up utube videos on this condition for what kind, it really helps loose the muscle so the pain is lessoned

[@YadderEstrada-wq8yh]

Hello Dr. Andrea my name is Yadder Estrada and it’s been about 3 weeks now with the exact burning sensation, pain, and numbness on my left thigh and I’m starting to feel some numbness on my right as well. Thank you so much for this very instructive video, it really answers my question. However, what kind of doctor handles this sickness, what should I look for?? Again thank you very much !!

[@jensally]

I was literally just diagnosed with this yesterday

[@Na-yd5hf]

Did it go or ?

[@saundrakielborn2201]

Annoying is an understatement, I have lived with this condition for over 30 years, misdiagnosed with fibromyalgia, I’m 5’2” and 128 pounds, and never wear tight clothes, I also get simultaneous back pain with the pain in my thigh. My life has been ruined from this debilitating condition.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I'm sorry to hear that.

[@Bekindloveis]

Do stretches on the thigh pain area u can look up utube videos on this condition for what kind, it really helps loose the muscle so the pain is lessoned

[@dandana4647]

i do the stretches and that helps .my doctor prescribed a cream,usually used to help with inflammatory conditions

[@will123345]

Look into ART or adhesion specialists for entrapped nerve.

[@Jimbo1315]

I have the same condition. I am looking into getting the peripheral nerve removed. This pain is the worst to experience. Some days not so bad but it is always lingering. I hope people never experience this type of pain.

[@alivirani6071]

Dr pls ur clinic add thank you

[@ponnuswamynarayan5322]

My dad is 81 yrs old, we conducted emg and ncv test and the result is diabetic neuroPathy (femoral Motor neuropathy.) in left leg and peripheral neuropathy in both the. Lower limbs.he is suffering from pain from last 6 month.now he is taking gabapin 400 at night and dulane 20 twice a day , diabetic regular medicine and rosuless gold 10 medicine even he distal nerve block injection in ankle but pain not reducing .

[@FriendlyPharmacy5]

I had this during pregnancy. Very, very bothersome but completely resolved after.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks for sharing Lindsey. Happy New Year!

[@FriendlyPharmacy5]

@@DrAndreaFurlan Happy New Year!

[@jakesyaseen8494]

Welcome to 2023 wishing you a happy new year. From Johannesburg South Africa 👍💕🇿🇦

[@asenaier7709]

Hi .. how did u resolve this issue . Am goin thru the same during second trimester

[@giselleduff1001]

Thank God! I'm having it now (18 weeks) and have been scouring the comments for anyone whose was gestation-related. So glad to know yours went away after delivery. Happy 2024 to you 🎉

[@lynnchasan6339]

Hi Dr, thank you for great info - Can this pain also feel like my thigh is buckling or about to collapse?

[@samkitty5894]

In my case pain started in my left hip bone area. From there it continued down the outside of my thing to the knee and bellow to my foot. This pain is not constant. I only feel it if I move in certain ways, or if I press against my thigh. I also don't have knee jerk reflex. I can not push up off the floor from squatting position using my left leg. I have to use my right leg. I have seen army of doctors and specialists. Had X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, EMGs, etc...over 150 different types of blood work, and no diagnosis. They wound I have axonal nerve damage in left leg, but no explanation of the cause.

[@equilibrium780]

I have this horrible condition. I wish it on no one

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I'm sorry to hear that.

[@Cheryl01ish]

Happy New Year!! I have this burning that travels thru different parts of m6 legs. Usually the left leg it started in my shin area and has climbed up to my inner thigh area. I have no idea why but it is painful enough to keep me up at nite sometimes. I usually rub it vigorously and then try to ignore it. I have multiple Sclerosis and have assumed it's directly related to that. 🤷🏾

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Same to you!

[@nadinefrandsen6087]

I was diagnosed with meralgia paresthetica over 2 years ago after one evening while washing dishes feeling a sensation of ice water running down my right thigh. Over time I feel this from time to time when I’m doing something while standing. Sometimes it feels like fire. But always my skin feels mostly numb on the surface.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks for sharing

[@bulldoggarageapparel7511]

i do the same, mine has gotten so much worse now to the point i have to set 90% of the time, been to every doctor around town nobody has had any help for me, i'm 49 years old and had to retire over it, i sure hope yours gets better and you can find a doctor to help you

[@life-mm5do]

I was doing repetitive side leg raises and side walking that caused my symptoms.

[@Bekindloveis]

@@bulldoggarageapparel7511 Do stretches on the thigh pain area u can look up utube videos on this condition for what kind, it really helps loose the muscle so the pain is lessoned

[@Bekindloveis]

@@life-mm5do Do stretches on the thigh pain area u can look up utube videos on this condition for what kind, it really helps loose the muscle so the pain is lessoned

[@wingshockeyfan]

The stretches did help for me and using a rowing machine also helped but it didn't disappear completely until I started using a Stairmaster Stepmill within a week of using this machine my numbness went away. I guess it stretches the nerve and relieves the compression, anyway I struggled with it for few months and now it's gone.

[@mbanerjee436]

Thank you doc. Pl tell us if exercise, massage and hot pad can help.

[@praphulchorge8737]

Good Morning Dr, from India its 11:30 am where I write this comment... Dr. I suffer in this from last 3 years and few months. I watched your past videos on B 12 & D Vitamin Sufficiency and few other . You won't belive I used Capsaicin seeds meal ( lunch + dinner ) doing exercise & Sun bath between 7 am to 10 pm _ 1 AM to 5 Pm. Eating maximum Capsaicin Seed with White Sesame. Within 2 months it's work. My father made Capsaicin Sauce ( mixed Garlic & Ginger + Black Pepper ) Indian jugad we added with your Hot pepper theory... It's work with your Remedies ...thank you God bless You...

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Praphul. thank you for sharing this comment with us. God bless you too.

[@nitinvarade6564]

Thanks for sharing

[@kaj1992]

Fell on my hip 15 years ago. generally healed well. I have been suffering from this more and more over the past year and a half. burning sensation up to my knee and the bump on my hip is always sensitive. I am 31 years old and still have to work for another 30 years.. I am a construction worker, what do you recommend?

[@PortugueseFan1970]

Esta condição, também pode estar associado a problemas da coluna? Obrigado desde Portugal

[@babehroseify]

Sim, o meu problema é devido a coluna. Pensei que fosse a meralgia parestésica mas o teste deu negativo No meu caso é o nervo comprimido na parte lumbar que causa esse sintoma no minha coxa.

[@robbie7702]

I have MS and is constantly having pain in this area

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I'm sorry to hear that Robbie. I hope you get better.

[@gingeremerson9161]

I think this is what I have after I broke my right hip and had to have a replacement. The surgery went fine and really know pain at the incisions but I have horrible, debilitating pain in my thigh why I walk. It feels like burning pain at a certain point when I walk. It’s ok when I sit and lay only when I walk. Do you think this may be what I have? Thanks

[@mastrymostafa3228]

Thank you for sharing this informative video; I found the content quite engaging. I have a question regarding a personal concern. As a kickboxer, I often experience significant pain in my thigh area when someone kicks me. Could you please offer some advice on how to manage this discomfort effectively?

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I have many videos in my channel about neuropathic pain.

[@willmaier4134]

I'm 75 and a martial artist, as well, for over 50 years. I have scoliosis and was diagnosed with spinal stenosis. I've had non-diabetic foot/ankle neuropathy for over a decade. I had a L4, L5, S1 Fusion 18 months ago. It was doing ok until about two months ago whien I put on weight ,and developed intense thigh pain. My spine surgeon took an x-ray of my pelvic area and hips and told me my right hip may need to be replaced (the right thigh is where I get the majority of my pain. Don't know if that's just a coincidence.) I also had an MRI done which showed compression of the space between the L3 nerve. I'm hoping I won't need any fusion of that lumbar area. Besides the spine fusion in 2023, I had my left hip replaced in 2020. Also had bilateral knee replacements in 2015. I've recently lost 15 pounds (have another 10 to go.) I had an epidural last week for my thigh pain. I had no pain for about a day afterwards. I went to the gym and did 30 minutes on the recumbent bike. Perhaps, in retrospect, I should have rested or gone easier. My pain returned the next day. While it's a little better, in that it's mostly down only my right thigh, it still hurts a lot. I'm also getting pain across my back at the waistband. The infomation is the video is helpful and I'd appreciate any other suggestions you have. I'm a bit mifted at my doctor for not telling me to take it easy on my first day after the epidural. I had twilight sedation and after the procedure I did not see him again, and didn't get to ask him some followup questions. Is it ok to resume a strenous stationary bike workout now, 5 days after the epidural, or should I wait some more? I really want to shed these last 10 pounds, ASAP! I think that would help my pain. Any other suggestions you have will be welcomed. I plan to watch more of your videos. Thanks!

[@familiasantiagolilian2139]

Por favor quem tem neuropatia pode fazer exercícios?

[@haniespanieldollis]

I've been suffering with what I think is meralgia paresthetica for almost 10 years. All because I decided doing squats while brushing my teeth was a good idea and snap my thigh went.

[@margeans6528]

The random 🔥 sensation from my back part of my thighs down to me foot I can cry omg

[@Ben-ho3qc]

I work in construction and I wear a tool belt…. 😅any other suggestion? Good video , thank you

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

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[@tomfeie2733]

I am experiencing tingling on the inner thigh. Can you address this as well? Is it the same nerve or caused by another nerve. Thank you...

[@emilandersson4001]

I have pain in this exact area but instead of numbness its very sensitive to touch. I don't understand if Allodynia is the same nerv being compressed just giving different symptoms or is allodynia something else completely?

[@sharonmitchel1377]

I have small fiber neuropathy diagnosed by skin biopsy. Is meralgia paresthetica related?

[@brigittearroyo8327]

very helpful , thank you. I even subcribed too❤❤❤

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Awesome, thank you!

[@haniespanieldollis]

1:53 Ah that would make sense, so me pinching or compressing the nerve on my left thigh would also cause pain in my right thigh hip bone area

[@gsadventures678]

Help me Dr. Furlan... help me. I have MP

[@kirstymacfarlane1620]

When I lie down in bed I get the sensation of water running down my thigh to just below the knee. I then waken up in pain in the mi of the night and come morning I have new numbness and pins and needles. Also my skin on my thigh is really Itchy. I had cauda equina 22 years ago and have spinal stenosis, ddd and retrolisthesis in my lumbar spine. I also have arthritis throughout my spine. Any idea what this could be? I've been trying to see a Dr for a couple of months now but the receptionist just tells me to go to A&E. Dr's here in Scotland are doing the majority of their work over the phone. I've even had 2 phone physiotherapy appointments! It's a bit like making tea in a chocolate tea pot

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

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[@brandonzorek2739]

I thought I was going to type in my symptoms on Google and get stupid crap but was surprised when I seen it described perfectly and that there was actually something named for it, mine started while laying down at night started lightly being pins and needles to a month later burning pain , I'm not over weight or wear tight belts etc so idk what's causing it but it's no fun

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for this comment. Have you seen my website yet? All of my videos are organized by topics and you can download all handouts, worksheets and booklets that I made. You will need to sign up for a membership to access all of my materials. It is FREE to become a member. Check it out: www.doctorandreafurlan.com And please remember that I do not give individual medical advice via email, social media or website. My channel and my website are for educational purposes only. For any individual medical advice, please talk to your doctor.

[@raheelayousaf4570]

Dear Doctor i just feel burning in my left leg under the knee. I don't know why and i was so surprised how's possible burning sensation

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Raheela. Burning sensation below the knee is not meralgia paresthetica. Please talk to your doctor about it.

[@mahkarami5420]

Hi.thanks for these useful exersises my minisues are tear of my knees I don t know why my MRI show those,Are they restore by workouts and medicinses?

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for taking the time to write this comment. I don't have the ability to give medical advice here because I am not able to get all the details that I need and most importantly, to examine you. I don't give individual medical advice via social media or by email. This channel is for educational purposes only. Please talk to your doctor.

[@mahkarami5420]

@@DrAndreaFurlan ok thank you

[@jstein814]

I sit a lot as part of my work. What kind of chair do you recommend to minimize discomfort related to Meralgia Paresthetica?

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for your comment. That is a good question/suggestion for a future video. Have you seen my website yet? Check it out www.doctorandreafurlan.com

[@yusufmeral8570]

Hi doctor I have been having this problem for 2 years. There is no doctor I have not gone to. None found a solution. There is l4 root nerve pressure. When I sit and lie down, there is an unbearable burning pain and contractions. No pain when I stand up and walk around. what should i do please help

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I can’t give medical advice without having all details and examining the patient.

[@giacintadigiovanni1750]

Bravissima

[@uzamukundagloria8791]

Me I feel as if it is a phone vibrating in my both front thighs especially when I move or place my hands or any weight there. It's painless though

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thanks for sharing.

[@luzaiham7329]

Mine is extremely itchy and itchy. But the itching is intense I run my thighs under hot water to itchy and relive the itch.

[@sunnyx213]

So I’ve got this burning sensation since 3 days ago. It doesn’t hurt at all. No swelling no discolor. but I do feel it couple of times a day. Is it the same thing?

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for taking the time to write this comment. I don't have the ability to give medical advice here because I am not able to get all the details that I need and most importantly, to examine you. I don't give individual medical advice via social media or by email. This channel is for educational purposes only. Please talk to your doctor. Have you seen my website yet? Check it out www.doctorandreafurlan.com

[@House..231Van]

I'm having burning feeling in my upper right thigh . Only started today on and off . No pain or change of colour either . Feeling is something like after putting that deep heat cream on !

[@wowtaken]

I have this since 1.5 year.. But mild less than starting.. It's horrible I can't explain this sensatiin.. Like thigh is melting because of this pins and needles pain.. Too much took different doctor's medicine for some times..didn't work but got worse.. What can I do..?

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for taking the time to write this comment. I don't have the ability to give medical advice here because I am not able to get all the details that I need and most importantly, to examine you. I don't give individual medical advice via social media or by email. This channel is for educational purposes only. Please talk to your doctor. Have you seen my website yet? Check it out www.doctorandreafurlan.com

[@twinx350]

Mine is from a herniated disk at L2

[@wowtaken]

And how meralgia paresthetica diagnosed.. My thigh nd spine mri is normal.. Than what is this weird painful sensation on skin..

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Prexa, I explain that in the video.

[@edithb.4053]

Thank you so much, pretty sure this is what I have. It started 3yrs ago with my left leg feeling like it had Ben Gay on it. Now it's much worse and feels like a severe burn, hurts to touch sometimes. Also have pins and needles along with a spot that sometimes feels like a hot poker. I have an appointment with Ortho but thinking it should be with a neurologist. MRI of thorasic and lumbar didn't show anything. Also this problem starts at the lateral side of lt knee and goes up thigh about 8 inches.

[@kumarich6366]

Hi how you solved this can you tell me please because I am also facing the same issue

[@Bekindloveis]

Do stretches on the thigh pain area u can look up utube videos on this condition for what kind, it really helps loose the muscle so the pain is lessoned

[@Bekindloveis]

@@kumarich6366 Do stretches on the thigh pain area u can look up utube videos on this condition for what kind, it really helps loose the muscle so the pain is lessoned

[@anadventure1298]

Is there a similar condition related to hormones? I have burning leg pain that sometimes makes me nauseous right before my period. This is the closest thing I condition I have learned about but no drs have ever been able to tell me why I have this pain. It doesn’t happen every month but it happens more often than not and all I can describe it as is a burning pain sometimes in the inner thigh sometimes the outer thigh and also a crawling sensation. Happening for more than 10 years. When I was younger the sensation felt more like my circulation being cut off but now it’s more of a burning pain.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for taking the time to write this comment. I don't have the ability to give medical advice here because I am not able to get all the details that I need and most importantly, to examine you. I don't give individual medical advice via social media or by email. This channel is for educational purposes only. Please talk to your doctor.

[@crypticvend3tta]

i am currently on my period and i felt this pain for the first time yesterday around 4 am i got this pain in my thigh as well it was so painful that i woke up i thought there's a bug in my trousers i am still getting this pain it stops for awhile but it starts hurting again after a few minutes i cannot sleep because of it. i haven't visited the doctor yet but i hope this pain ends when im done with my periods i got this pain out of nowhere i was so scared but reading your comment gives me hope that it'll end soon i'll visit the doctor tomorrow i hope i can find out why it's happening and how can i get rid of it

[@mmperrier50]

I have never worn tight clothing or overweight so there must be other causes. The medical profession places a lot of emphasis on those as causes. A life long job requiring prolonged sitting is the most likely real cause.