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The patient is a 55-year-old woman who presents with what she calls minor pain in her left hip. She denies any trauma, and insists the pain “isn’t that bad.” She’s only seeking care as a precautionary measure in advance of a family camping trip.

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A 55-Year-Old Female with Hip Pain