Suffer from bulging and torn discs. Extruded disc causing the sciatic pain. reddish blotches on hips and thighs
Patient: I have 3 bulging discs, a torn disc & an extruded disc in my back.  The extruded disc is at L5-S1 and is the root of my sciatic pain - Last night, my husband noticed that my upper leg around my hips & thighs was marbled like red & white circle blotches.  Is this something typical with my back condition or something different? Doctor: Hi,Thank you for posting your query.Skin changes are not usual with disc bulging at L5-S1 and compression of the nerve.Pain is a common feature, which can radiate upto the foot and toes, along with tingling and numbness.So, if you can upload a picture of the affected area, it would help in making a diagnosis.Please get back if you require any additional information.Best wishes,Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology)Senior Consultant NeurologistApollo Hospitals, Hyderabad,My personal URL on this website:  http://bit.ly/Dr-Sudhir-kumar My email: drsudhirkumar@yahoo.com