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What Causes Persistent Pain In Lower Back Radiating Towards Hip?
Terrible back pain with spasms. Been in bed 4 days with prescription flexeril and anti-inflammatory meds. Pain migrated from lower right back about hip bone to my tailbone. Now I have groin pain as well. I don t know what to do or whether to go to an ER.
Mon, 18 Apr 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have persistent pain in lower back radiating towards 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. Doctor may also refer you to urologist , who 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 persistent pain in lower back radiating towards 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. Doctor may also refer you to urologist , who 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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