I m having sharp pain in my right hip, front hip groin area and outside hip. No pain in my back or butt. I m having alot of trouble walking, lifting my leg, bending over, sitting and laying flat. Heat helps ALOT!! But I do still have pain all day, sharp pain. Coughing and blowing my nose sends sharp pain through my groin and upper/front thigh. I have a history of blood clots but my leg does not appear to be swollen at all. Think I just strained my hip flexor??
Hello, Welcome and thank you for your question here at Chat Doctor. I am currently specializing in dermatology but worked as an orthopedic surgeon fellow for 2 years before switching, and I can understand your concerns. Firstly I would like to point out that the symptoms you are describing are pointing towards a Arthrosis (condition when the cartilage from hip joint get eroded and leads to pain and difficulties in performing certain kinds of movements). You will need an X-ray of your pelvis to confirm my suspicion. It is also an age related disease so telling me your age would help me rule that out too.  Secondly a muscle strain could also be the culprit behind pain and the trouble in performing certain movements but not at the level you are describing, plus ice packs would make your pain go away not heat. Thirdly, pain while coughing in the groin area could be a sign of inguinal hernia. My advice is to go to your local doctor and get an X-ray done and have a full physical exam and get more details as what you are describing needs some medical attention not just some over the counter medication. Hope my answers helped. Do not hesitate to ask if you have more questions. Best 