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Dr. Andrew Rynne

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What Is Causing Numbness In Toes And Severe Lower Back Pain?

I have been having numbness in my toes on my right foot for maybe 3 months.Seems like now my foot some what also.I have had lower back problems and hip and leg problems for a couple of years.I also have somewhat severe pain in my lower back and have noticed more on right side near spinal cord,near my butt.My right leg has been giving away on me some as well.Could you tell me if this is serious and what it could be?Thank you
Thu, 6 Mar 2014
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Thanks for your question.
This can be serious problem, affecting the nerves in the spine.
I would recommend you see doctor and do x-ray of the spine mean while take pain killers and Neurobin (B complex) as you wait for X-ray.
Hope I answered your question. Will be happy to help you if you have other queries.
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What Is Causing Numbness In Toes And Severe Lower Back Pain?

Thanks for your question. This can be serious problem, affecting the nerves in the spine. I would recommend you see doctor and do x-ray of the spine mean while take pain killers and Neurobin (B complex) as you wait for X-ray. Hope I answered your question. Will be happy to help you if you have other queries.