Groin / upper inner thigh pain

[alophysio]

Hi Pippa73 - how long have you had the pain? It could be many things - the first things that came to mind are
1. disc in L/S
2. hernia
3. hip joint
4. pubic symphysis

You need a systematic and thorough assessment to see if it is a musculoskeletal problem - can you tell us more about your problem?

[Pippa73]

Thank you very much alophysion for your prompt response. My apologies for not responding sooner.
The pain started suddenly (not progressively) about two months ago, with the onset of a constant cough. I have had this cough before (many tests done etc, with no diagnosis). I had it 18 months ago when I was pregnant, it was so severe I broke couple of ribs from the strain. (I had a caesarian section.)

This time, it is another affected area. When I cough or sneeze, the pain in my inner groin, only left side, contracts and tightens and feels like the muscle is squeezed and sends pain all over my left leg, from hip down. I have managed it by either bending over when coughing or being in a fetal position in bed so the muscle doesn't hurt as much.

I have osteoarthritis, and five years ago had my right hip resurfaced when I was 32, I recovered extremely well and never experienced any pain or discomfort. In February this year, I had my left hip replaced (full). I found physio very different to my experience five years ago with the resurface. I never fully regained full movement of my muscles but at least I could get into the car, get dressed, shower, lift leg onto bed etc.

With this new ailment, I feel I have gone back to the start of my post op. I am again unable to lift my leg up to put pants on or get into car or onto bed. Five days ago, I was bending down and felt something twinge above my left hip. Now I have that added pain and it feels bruised. I have not dislocated. Should I see my surgeon, or physio? My GP is unsure and has left it up to me. I have seen three or four GPs about it and they think it may go when my cough goes and may have strained a muscle. The problem is what about sneezing? lol.

Hi Pippa73 - how long have you had the pain? It could be many things - the first things that came to mind are
1. disc in L/S
2. hernia
3. hip joint
4. pubic symphysis

You need a systematic and thorough assessment to see if it is a musculoskeletal problem - can you tell us more about your problem?