ASK DR ELLIE: Why does my thigh feel like it's BURNING? It could be down to these alarming reasons...
I've suffered with a burning sensation in my right thigh for several years. My GP told me to stop wearing tight clothing, but that hasn't helped. What else can I do?
DR ELLIE: A burning sensation in one area of the body is often related to a nerve problem.
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