Abscesses are always serious because the infection may spread to other parts of the body. Call your dentist for an appointment. If you can see or feel a pimple-like swelling on your gum, rinse your mouth several times a day with a mild salt-water solution. Use 1/2 teaspoon of salt in 8 ounces of water.
The three muscles of the posterior thigh are known as the hamstring muscles. They extend the thigh from a flexed position and flex the leg. Semimembranosus: The most medial of the three hamstring muscles, this muscle originates on the ischial tuberosity and inserts on the medial condyle of the tibia.
If you are not sure what your injury is why not try our symptom checker. Or select from the options below. Most common. The most common injuries and causes of pain in the thigh are hamstring strains (back of the thigh) and quadriceps strains (front of the thigh). The hamstring strain is the most common muscular injury in sport and often reoccurs (re-injury).