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I have a severe pain in the lower back which is unbearable. Please help.

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Hello doctor,

I had lower back pain which was not bad at first. After a few weeks, it has gotten worse. I have a pain in the hip, buttocks, and thigh as well now. I recently joined work, and I cannot perform at work as the pain is unbearable.

Answered by Dr. Chandra Prakash Tanwar

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Dr. Chandra Prakash Tanwar is a General Practitioner. He helps in the diagnosis and treatment of common illnesses and infections. He is well-versed in the management of chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and asthma. He can provide preventive care, including vaccinations and health screenings. He can give patient education on nutrition, lifestyle changes, and disease prevention.

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Hello,

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You have been suffering from a lower backache that is radiating to the buttocks and thigh. It seems to be due to a nerve compression which is the cause. You need to see an orthopedician for that. An X-ray of the lumbar spine should be done and an MRI lumbar spine also, if indicated. Lumbar spondylosis is a common cause in which there is a nerve compression causing such a pain. There is some role of physiotherapy and lower back muscles strengthening as well. You can take tablet Paracetamol 500 mg SOS with a muscle relaxant like Thiocolchicoside 4 mg twice a day. A local Diclofenac gel application may also provide some relief.

You can revert back to me for further assistance.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At August 23, 2017
Reviewed At December 22, 2023

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Chandra Prakash Tanwar is a General Practitioner. He helps in the diagnosis and treatment of common illnesses and infections. He is well-versed in the management of chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and asthma. He can provide preventive care, including vaccinations and health screenings. He can give patient education on nutrition, lifestyle changes, and disease prevention.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Chandra Prakash Tanwar is a General Practitioner. He helps in the diagnosis and treatment of common illnesses and infections. He is well-versed in the management of chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and asthma. He can provide preventive care, including vaccinations and health screenings. He can give patient education on nutrition, lifestyle changes, and disease prevention.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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