<s>[INST] Hi, I have had terrible outer thigh pain and numbness on front of thigh also some lower back pain. My GP sent me for sent for mri which showed some bulging disc in lumbar. I then saw a neurologist who never touched me or do physical exam he says I have meralgia paresthetica. I have looked condition up and does not sound like my symtonS. It says burning pain and my is constant pain not burning or tingling. It does not get better while sitting or laying. Thanks, Vickie [/INST] Hi, Thanks for your query. The symptoms that you are having are likely to be due to a nerve root compression. You need to get an MRI scan of the area done and consult a neurophysician for proper diagnosis and treatment.Meanwhile, you can follow these measures:- If the pain is severe, you need bed rest till the pain resolves. - Get some analgesics prescribed and apply analgesic spray or ointments.- While resting, keep a pillow under your knees if it doesn't bother you.- Avoid lifting heavy objects.- Back strengthening exercises and stretching exercises daily as advised by a Physiotherapist. I do hope that you have found something helpful, and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care </s>