Meralgia paraesthetica is ?
Correct Answer: Lateral cutaneous nerve of thigh
Description: Ans. is 'b' i.e., Lateral cutaneous nerve of thigh The neuropathy affecting the lateral cutaneous nerve of thigh is called meralgia paraesthetica. Cheralgia paraesthetica is a neuropathy of the hand - superficial branch of the radial nerve. The area affected includes: 1) Base of thumb, near the anatomical snuffbox 2) Back of thumb and index finger 3) Back of hand Thus, Meralgia paraesthetica - Lateral cutaneous nerve of thigh Cheralgia paraesthetica - Lateral cutaneous nerve of hand
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