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Hi I Get Lower Back Discomfort Right Across My Lower

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Posted on Fri, 7 Dec 2018
Question: Hi I get lower back discomfort right across my lower back that makes my legs go weak. It lasts for about 1 to 2 minutes then all is normal again. This happens 5 to 7 times per day. I can be sitting, standing, laying down or walking. I need to sit down if I am walking as I will fall down if I do not act quickly. My legs just crumble underneath me. Once it has gone down both my legs it passes away like nothing has happened. I hope you can help I have had a CT scan and ultra sound which showed nothing I have had MRI But not got the results yet.
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Probably peripheral neuropathy, follow the advice below.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Your symptoms seem to be related to peripheral neuropathy.

It is a medical condition characterized by nerve damage.

Some examinations that should be done to confirm the diagnosis are:

A neurological examination

A complete blood count

Glycemic level to exclude diabetes

Nerve conduction tests such as electromyography. It is an examination, which records electrical activity in your muscles.

Meanwhile, I would recommend you to take vitamin B complex supplements.

I recommend using a topical treatment such as Capsaicin cream. This cream can have a moderate effect in the symptoms.

I also recommend physical therapy to improve the weakness.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T
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Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi

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Hi I Get Lower Back Discomfort Right Across My Lower

Brief Answer: Probably peripheral neuropathy, follow the advice below. Detailed Answer: Hello dear and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Your symptoms seem to be related to peripheral neuropathy. It is a medical condition characterized by nerve damage. Some examinations that should be done to confirm the diagnosis are: A neurological examination A complete blood count Glycemic level to exclude diabetes Nerve conduction tests such as electromyography. It is an examination, which records electrical activity in your muscles. Meanwhile, I would recommend you to take vitamin B complex supplements. I recommend using a topical treatment such as Capsaicin cream. This cream can have a moderate effect in the symptoms. I also recommend physical therapy to improve the weakness. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further