Gud morning Doc.. i have severe pain around my lower waistline particularly at lower back going to the right side .. i cant hardly move or twist my body to both sides, hence, causes pain. I am diagnose with generative osteoathritis at lumbar area before but i dont felt so much pain unlike this one. My urination is normal. The pain started 3 days ago after cleaning n carpentry works. I am planning to take pain reliever for d meantime. If d pain will not aftet a week i will be forced to see a doctor.. tenk u doc for ur advise now.. god bles u n ur family.. Mr Rolly
Hi, Thanks for your query. The symptoms that you are having are likely to be due to a nerve root compression. You need to get an MRI scan of the area done and consult a neurophysician for proper diagnosis and treatment.Meanwhile, you can follow these measures:- If the pain is severe, you need bed rest till the pain resolves. - Get some analgesics prescribed and apply analgesic spray or ointments.- While resting, keep a pillow under your knees if it doesn't bother you.- Avoid lifting heavy objects.- Back strengthening exercises and stretching exercises daily as advised by a Physiotherapist.- Avoid exercises in times of pain. I do hope that you have found something helpful, and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care