9 Symptoms To Watch Out If You Have Low Back Pain That Needs Further Evaluation | Doc Cherry

Lower back pain is relatively very common, but do you know that there are symptoms which mean It is a referred pain originating from our internal organs, and these symptoms should not be ignored. That's Why in this video I will teach you those nine symptoms, and stay with me until the last one Because the last symptom is considered a medical emergency. Hi, this is Dr. Sherry again. Doctor of Physical Therapy. Welcome to my channel. Back pain can sometimes be a referred pain. pain from our internal organs such as our kidneys and the prostate. Well, that is because Our bodies are composed of a network of nerves, and one body part can cause pain in other parts of the body. the body. These are the nine symptoms of low back pain that you should never take for granted and that requires further evaluation. Low back pain accompanied by stomach ache. If you feel lower back pain accompanied by stomach ache, especially if you feel a pulsating sensation above your stomach These can be symptoms of what we call an abdominal aortic aneurysm. This occurs when the thin blood the vessel wall in the abdominal aorta begins to swell. This affects the main blood supply of your stomach down to your legs. That's why it is very dangerous and these symptoms shouldn't be taken lightly, especially for men over 60 years old and for those with a history of smoking. Low back pain accompanied by fever indicates an ongoing infection. This could either be an infection in the lungs, in the spine, or in the kidneys. Some of these conditions would be Pott's disease wherein it is actually tuberculosis of the spine or possible infection in the kidney for In which case is an antibiotic truly necessary for the patient to recover? Low back pain accompanied by yellowish discharge. discoloration of the skin and eyes. These are symptoms of a possible liver condition, especially when paired with early satiety, you feel full easily even if you haven't eaten much yet. You easily get tired. You feel bloated, and you notice changes in your nail beds wherein the nails become whiter, and you notice white or brown spots known as Terry's nails. This is indicative of a liver condition, and if you experience these symptoms, it would be wise for you to visit Any gastroenterologist near your place? A liver ultrasound is a very easy non-invasive test that You may need to check for the presence of fatty liver and to evaluate any possible liver conditions. If you have been diagnosed with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, limit excessive carbohydrates, limiting sugar, and also exercise as well as vitamins such as phospholipids to help with liver health, it would greatly help you. Low back pain along with difficulty urinating. This is especially true for men over 50 years old. If you are experiencing pain during urination coupled If you experience lower back pain, or even bleeding or blood during urination, please have yourself checked. because these can be symptoms of a possible prostate problem. If you have these symptoms, It would be wiser for you to consult a urologist near your location. Low back pain along with Blood in the urine are symptoms of possible kidney stones. If you think you have kidney stones, please have yourself checked by a family doctor near your place. A simple urinalysis can actually check for the presence of crystals and blood in the urine and actually prevent kidney stones It is very important for you to avoid drinking excessive energy drinks and soft drinks as well. limit your intake of salty foods. Hydration is key. Once your urine is clear, that means you are well hydrated. Low back pain accompanied by vomiting. The type of low back pain that is actually triggered after you eat a fatty meal. These can be symptoms of gallbladder stones, especially when associated with nausea and vomiting. Low back pain accompanied by bleeding or spotting. This is very important, especially for our postmenopausal women. If you experience back pain or hip pain together with spotting or bleeding after you have gone through menopause, it is wiser for you to check with an OBGYN near your location. This is also true for women who are actively menstruating. If you experience spotting or bleeding between your menstrual cycles, along with lower back pain, please don't hesitate to consult your OBGYN because these could indicate conditions in the female reproductive system system. Low back pain plus weight loss. If you experience low back pain plus you notice that you have lost weight without making any effort to do so, please have yourself checked. Now what is significant? A 10% loss in body weight is significant. For instance, if you weigh 70 kilograms and you lose 7 kilograms without exercising or dieting—please have yourself evaluated, especially if you experience The type of low back pain that worsens at night—the kind of pain that disrupts your sleep. This requires further evaluation because it could indicate a systemic condition. Usually due to low back pain is of musculoskeletal origin, improving with rest. Before we proceed further last symptom that is very important and requires further evaluation since it is a medical issue Emergency. At this point, if you have learned something from this video, please comment informed. in the comment section below. If you haven't subscribed yet, please don't forget to click Subscribe and click the bell button below so you will be notified of our weekly health videos. Low back pain accompanied by loss of control over urination and bowel movements. This is a medical emergency. known as Cauda Equina Syndrome, and this is very important, especially for those diagnosed with lumbar spondylosis or disc herniation. This is a medical emergency that usually requires immediate intervention. surgery to prevent paralysis. Also have yourself checked if you have lower back pain along with you encounter balance problems or experience weakness in your lower leg and foot because these are symptoms of nerve compression or possible spinal cord involvement. These are the symptoms associated with low back pain that require further evaluation. Home remedies will not be enough. Please have yourself checked so that you can receive prompt and medical treatment. If You have reached the end of this video, please comment your age and the symptoms you're experiencing. feeling. That way, I would be able to help you better. If you want to know the proper use of hot or cold compress to help you with lower back pain—we have a video here. Check it out. It will greatly Help you. Thank you very much for watching. I will see you in our next video.