Pain in lower back, cramps on left thigh. X ray showed l5 problem. Suggestions?
Patient: HELLO DR. I have a pain in my lower back and cramps like on my left thigh some times when i sit i feel better some years ago my x-rays showed that i have an L5 problem so i try to control my weight and go walking i am 47 yrs old and this month i have also missed my menses . my weight is 75 kgs and height is 5'1 . would appreciate your kind response in this matter Doctor: Hello and Welcome to HCM,  Thanks for writing to us. The symptoms that you are having are likely to be due to a nerve root compression at the level of lumbar spine(L5). You need to get an MRI scan of the area done and consult a orthopaedician for proper diagnosis and treatment.  Hope this helps you. Wishing you good health... Regards.  Dr Saurabh Gupta. Orthopaedic Surgeon.