Epistemis

Hip pain

Specialty: Musculoskeletal.

  • coxalgia
  • groin pain

Why it occurs

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Trochanteric bursitis
  • Fracture (elderly/osteoporosis)
  • Avascular necrosis

Initial workup

Hip/pelvis Rx; MRI if suspected occult fracture or necrosis.

red flags

Functional impotence after fall with shortening and external rotation → fracture.

Standard management

  • Analgesia — paracetamol/NSAID

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousLower limb length discrepancy
Area
Musculoskeletal
Listed causes
4
Treatment options
1
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