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What Causes Pain In Lower Back Radiating To Hip?
I have lower back pain which seems to radiate to my hip. My general doctor has mentioned something about kidney stage 3 something but doesn t seem concerned enough to send me to a specialist. My question is, what terminology does kidney come under so that I might seek a specialist? Obviously not a cardiologist etc.....where do I look?
Tue, 8 Mar 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have pain in lower back radiating to hip . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like urinary track infection , appendicitis , nerve compression , disc problem , sciatica or kidney infection . I would suggest you to consult an Orthopedic Surgeon and get evaluated and he can advise you investigations like x ray or MRI scan to rule out the exact cause of the problem and treatment can be planned accordingly. He or she can advise you to take anti-inflammatory painkillers like Ibuprofen, muscle relaxants,multivitamins, stretching exercises, warm compresses. For now you can take painkillers like Motrin or Tramadol to relieve pain , avoid long duration of standing and strenuous work and avoid lifting heavy loads. I also would suggest you to consult urologist for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may order ultrasound or urine test along with kidney function test .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have pain in lower back radiating to hip . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like urinary track infection , appendicitis , nerve compression , disc problem , sciatica or kidney infection . I would suggest you to consult an Orthopedic Surgeon and get evaluated and he can advise you investigations like x ray or MRI scan to rule out the exact cause of the problem and treatment can be planned accordingly. He or she can advise you to take anti-inflammatory painkillers like Ibuprofen, muscle relaxants,multivitamins, stretching exercises, warm compresses. For now you can take painkillers like Motrin or Tramadol to relieve pain , avoid long duration of standing and strenuous work and avoid lifting heavy loads. I also would suggest you to consult urologist for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may order ultrasound or urine test along with kidney function test .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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