Question:
Has anyone experienced upper leg numbness after surgery?

I had surgery on December 1st and since than I have numbness on the right side of my upper thigh. From time to time I get a throbbing feeling in that area almost as if the feeling is trying to come back and than the throbbing goes away. I asked my surgeon and he said that this is normal and the feeling should come back. I was just wondering if anyone else has experienced this as I am getting a little paranoid that something is wrong. Any input would be greatly appreciated.    — Jodie R. (posted on December 27, 1999)

December 27, 1999
Hi there i am having the same problem upper right leg numbness off and on i wish i could tell you why it happens but it must be something cause seeing your question tells me im not the only one mine has gotten better, my surg date was 12-17-99 im sure this didnt help but just wanted you to know your not alone.Ann
   — Ann F.

December 27, 1999
Just a word of caution for those of you with growing leg pain post op... I developed blood clots in my left thigh 10 days after surgery. After lots of phone calls to the hospital and trying to reach my doctor I ended up in the ER late at nite with an embolism because no one thought it was a problem until it nearly killed me. Make sure you check it out with your doctor if you have persistant pain in your legs or any where.
   — Carol M.

December 28, 1999
Jodie I had that in my leg..got so painful, i swore there was something major wrong..even had some tests..there was nothing..and, it did indeed, eventually..go away..so..hang in there...there isnt much else i found helped..just time De
   — Deanna D.

January 9, 2000
SOunds like a disk problem. I ad a similar problem before surgery. Turns out i had a herniated disk but everybody thinks that losing weight will cure it. Good Luck
   — snicklefritz

May 3, 2001
I am now 6 days post op and 2 days ago I started experiencing numbness in my legs as well. But I received a total of 4 to 5 shots during my stay in the hosptial. It was pain killers. Hopefully it will go away.
   — LANIE M.