Meralgia paresthetica (MP) describes an entrapment of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve (LFCN).
The symptoms of MP include pain, numbness and tingling, and sensory loss over the ant...
Patients with MP present with unilateral decreased sensation, pain (burning), coldness, “electric shock” sensation, or ache of the anterolateral aspect of the thigh.
Symptoms may impro...
MP is usually self-limited (3).
Reassurance and education are paramount (3).
Lifestyle change
Avoid tight belts/clothes.
Discuss weight loss.
Control risk factors (diabetes, alc...
Follow up is not indicated unless there is no resolution of symptoms over the proceeding two months.
Consider other diagnoses if symptoms are persistent.
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MP describes an entrapment of the LFCN.
Unilateral pain (burning), numbness, coldness, electric shock sensation, or ache of the anterolateral aspect of the thigh
Education is important t...
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