What Is Meralgia Paresthetica?
The lateral femoral cutaneous nerve originates from the L2 and L3 spinal nerves and passes through a tunnel lateral to the inguinal ligament. The lateral femoral cutaneous nerve contains only sensory fibers and provides sensation to the anterolateral parts of the thigh.
Meralgia paresthetica is a disease in which pain, numbness, and tingling are seen on the front and outer side of the thigh due to compression of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve while passing under the inguinal canal.
What Are the Symptoms of Meralgia Paresthetica?
- On the lateral surface of the thigh
- numbness
- tingling
- pain complaints occur.
Pain may occur with touch. Standing and walking for a long time may increase the complaints. Tight clothes, corsets, and wearing a belt too tightly may cause pressure on the nerve.
How Is Meralgia Paresthetica Treated?
Weight loss and strengthening the abdominal muscles are helpful in controlling the pain. Injection of corticosteroids and local anesthetics into the lateral part of the inguinal ligament enjek
