<human>: HI, I ve been having Hip pain, getting much worse through the month. NOw can t put weight on that leg. I went to ER Saturday. TOok X-ray, Dr treating me for BURSITIS, but said she doesn t know what it is. I can t get in to see the Orthopedic Dr until next week. DOes it sound like Bursitis? I felt ok this morning, now I m in severe pain. What should I be doing until I see Dr? thank you!
<bot>: Dear patient one of the reason for acute hip pain may be bursitis, but better investigation is ultrasound of hip to diagnose bursitis. Treatment for bursitis is rest and anti-inflammatory medications like diclofenac 50 mg twice a day. Traction to involved leg is also advised with ankle traction belt. Antibiotic like definite 200 mg twice a day for 5 days should be taken. Visit to orthopedic surgeon is recommended.  MRI is very sensitive and specific for diagnosis of hip pathology. Hope this is useful.