Hello, I have had severe pain in the front of my hip for  years now. It was presumed that it was arthritis but recent xrays showed small arthritis but dr did not think that was cause. It is getting worse now esp when walking sometimes i have to stop until it 'unseizes'.  Could this be a ligament problem? would that last for years? thank you foe advice.
hello ! there are so many causes of Hip region's pain T.e. joint related, refractive pains ( spinal Neuropathies etc.) and peri articular conditions. Inflammatory and non inflammatory small Arthritis can also cause pain. Detailed Investigations ( MRI, , doppler study, Blood test etc. ) are necessary  to rule out the cause. Hope this will help you.  Take care.