Cam-Type Femoroacetabular Impingement?

[LKL007]

I've been having pain in my upper hamstring for the past 6 months so my ortho had me get an MRI.  The results were:  

Small superior and anterior proximal head and neck junction subcortical bone cyst can be associated with
cam-type femoroacetabular impingement. MRI of the left hip otherwise demonstrates no significant internal
derangement.  

What does this mean?  My doctor is unable to see me for another 2 weeks.  Google results came back as a hip impingement. I have a little bit of hip discomfort but mainly the pain is in my upper hamstring and most noticeably when I run or walk on an incline.  Any thoughts?

[Sara_MHModerator]

Welcome!  We're sorry for the delay in response to your question as we appreciate your posting on our forum.  By now, you've likely seen your doctor and can update us on the situation.  ‘Cam’ type femoroacetabular impingement describes a ‘bump’ on the surface of the femoral head (ball) which jams on the rim of the (acetabulum) socket.  It normally affects young men. In cam impingement the femoral head is not round and cannot rotate smoothly inside the acetabulum. For some, athletic activity led to it developing. A bump forms on the edge of the femoral head that grinds the cartilage inside the acetabulum.  Your doctor may recommend hip arthroscopy to treat this.  But before going invasive routes is likely to try corticosteroid injections at the location to reduce inflammation. Physical therapy, Nsaids and rest can also help. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21158-femoroacetabular-impingement-fai  Please let us know any updates!