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How Can Backache And Pain In The Thighs Be Treated?

I have been experiencing back and thigh pain and have been taking 1000 mg of Niacin at bed time. I am wondering if it could be due to Niacin. I do have bulging lumbar discs and sciatica issues also. Also a 40 year health care worker who has done years of research and does not really believe any longer in the whole cholesterol theory of heart disease. I am aware of C-reactive protein, lipoprotein A, homocysteine and all the sub types of LDL. I am considering reducing dose back to 500 mg and wondering if this is wise. I will not take Statins.
Mon, 21 May 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.

I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Getting pain in your back and thighs is most likely due to disc problems (disc prolapse). The sciatic nerve, which gives nerve supply to your leg starts from your lower back and descends to your back of the thigh. Feeling back pain associated with thigh pain means that something happens at the root of the sciatic nerve and the pain in your thighs is just radiating pain. You should perform MRI on your lumber rejoin of your back (lower back) and to be assessed for the grade of that bulging. Analgesics are temporary but not cure. You may need physiotherapy on your back or surgical repair of the bulged disc. Whatever happens, it is not that danger thing to worry about but you have to visit your doctor soon. Don't carry heavy things, avoid standing for long time, don't run and keep your weight healthy.

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How Can Backache And Pain In The Thighs Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Getting pain in your back and thighs is most likely due to disc problems (disc prolapse). The sciatic nerve, which gives nerve supply to your leg starts from your lower back and descends to your back of the thigh. Feeling back pain associated with thigh pain means that something happens at the root of the sciatic nerve and the pain in your thighs is just radiating pain. You should perform MRI on your lumber rejoin of your back (lower back) and to be assessed for the grade of that bulging. Analgesics are temporary but not cure. You may need physiotherapy on your back or surgical repair of the bulged disc. Whatever happens, it is not that danger thing to worry about but you have to visit your doctor soon. Don t carry heavy things, avoid standing for long time, don t run and keep your weight healthy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.