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What Causes Sharp Pain In The Upper Right Buttock And Lower Mid Back?

Posted on Mon, 4 Sep 2017

Question: I have horrible sharp pain in my upper right buttock and lower mid back. I have an appointment on Maonday with a physical therapist because I thought I injured a muscle in my back. I've been taking Tylenol extra strength and Naprozem as prescribed since last Wednesday. The pain is so sharp in my hip. Exrays were done and my hip looks great. Exrays of my spine showed mild arthritis at base of spine. ICould I possible have nerve pain I that hip. It is so sharp. 9 on pain scale of ten. How can I treat it if it is nerve pain. It's Sunday morning.

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (12 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Ligament sprain or strain . recommendations given .

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear

Thanks for using Healthcaremagi.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

* Seems more likely to be muscle sprain or strain .

* Suggestions for better recovery till monday for pain management .

- Heating pad application 10 minutes each 3 - 4 times a day .
- Local application of analgesic spray or ointment soothes a lot .

- Continue current medicines .
- Avoid sudden straining like excess bending , weight lifting .

Hope this will help you .
Welcome for further assistance .

Regards .

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