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I have SLE with Inflammatory Arthritis. Does anyone get lateral hip pain that then causes pain down the inside of your thigh?

A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question 💭
Albuquerque, NM

I know I’m in a flare
Bc of the extreme fatigue, mouth ulcers, and painful joints. This is just a symptom I haven’t experienced before. Especially since it’s only on one side.

August 21
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Yes, I have hip pain that is felt in my groin area. It is very painful. Mine is from avascular necrosis caused by long-term prednisone use. Please talk to your rheumatologist about it. You may want to request an X-ray to see if anything is going on with your hip joint.

August 22
MyLupusTeam

That sounds really uncomfortable, and it makes sense to be concerned about a new symptom, especially during a flare. Hip pain is actually a recognized part of lupus, and it can show up in some unexpected ways.

One possible cause is avascular necrosis (AVN), a condition where reduced blood flow to the bone causes damage. It Show Full Answer

That sounds really uncomfortable, and it makes sense to be concerned about a new symptom, especially during a flare. Hip pain is actually a recognized part of lupus, and it can show up in some unexpected ways.

One possible cause is avascular necrosis (AVN), a condition where reduced blood flow to the bone causes damage. It commonly affects the hips and can cause:

- Joint pain during movement or weight-bearing
- Joint stiffness
- Muscle spasms
- Difficulty moving the joint

AVN can affect one side at a time, which might explain the one-sided nature of what's being experienced. It can also be linked to long-term corticosteroid use. Another possibility is that lupus-related joint or muscle inflammation is causing referred pain — where pain in one area travels along nearby nerves or muscles into the thigh. Lupus can cause inflammation in joints, tendons, and nerves, all of which could contribute to that radiating sensation.

One-sided pain that's new and travels down the leg is worth flagging with your rheumatologist soon, especially during an active flare. Catching things like bone or joint issues early can really make a difference in treatment options. Don't wait on this one! 💛

August 21

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