Niche Neuro Flashcards

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Meralgia paresthetica

What is it?

Clinical features

Management

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Compression of the lateral cutaneous nerve of the thigh underneath the inguinal ligament

CLINICAL FEATURES
- shooting pains along the outer aspect of the upper leg

MANAGEMENT

  • In most patients the condition is self limited and benign, but weight loss and loose-fitting underwear may help
  • Uncommonly, local steroid injections may be used in refractory cases
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