I have a sharp, pinching-like pain in my R hip/ groin area that is present with walking/ weight bearing. It is not present all the time, though it can be severe, so much so that I fear I will not be able to bear weight on my leg. NO injury history. I do not exercise. I am overweight though otherwise a healthy woman with no history of disease. At times, this pain makes me walk funny. What do you think it could be? Can I treat it at home?
Dear patient there is enough possibility of having hip pathology considering your symptoms. This should not be treated at home. I would like to advise X-ray of pelvis with both hips anteroposterior and frog leg views. An ultrasound of hip is also advisable to rule out hip synovitis. Start tab aerosol SP twice a day for pain relief. You need to consult orthopedic surgeon nearby your with reports.