This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Anatomy
Meralgia parasthetica is due to compression of 
Select and explain. 
A. Femoral Nerve, B. Intermediate cutaneous Nerve of thigh, C. Medial cutaneous Nerve of thigh, D. Lateral cutaneous Nerve of thigh
D: Lateral cutaneous Nerve of thigh
Answer: D: Lateral cutaneous Nerve of thigh 
Explanation: Meralgia parasthetica is due to compression of Lateral cutaneous Nerve of thigh below inguinal ligament. It is a condition where pain and numbness is seen in Outer thigh.