What causes severe pain in my hips?
Patient: I m age 66, and both my hips hurt I ve have had trouble just standing - doing dishes - cooking ect. Some times I ll walk a short ways and sit down, and it feels like I put both my legs in very cold ice water. This has happened many times. NOW with in 1 week - eirther ther right or left hip - depends on what side I m sleeping on, wakes me up with pain so badly I cry. I do have pills for them - pain - both as I said they ve gotten really bad. Doctor: Hello,  Based on your age the symptoms can be related to osteoarthritis. I suggest doing the following examinations to confirm the diagnosis.   I suggest doing a cray of the joint for further evaluation. Meanwhile, I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen three times a day to relieve the pain. I also suggest cold compresses for local applications.   Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Take care  Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician