In the lowest part of my back, I ache. It hurts to sit, stand, lay down, everything. I don't have any problems when it comes to using the bathroom, no burning or anything like that. I can't think of anything I did that would of strained my back. It aches and has sharp pains that shoot around to right around by bladder. What does this sound like to you? And any home remedies you can think of?
2007-02-24 07:06:15 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Hi,
I'm not a doctor, but I am a doctoral student in disease research, and I've had some back problems, so I can really only give you my own personal take on it.
I tend to think that if you're not having trouble urinating then you probably do not have a UTI, or a kidney infection (which are not that common). What is more common and probably more likely is that you're problems with your spine, specifically, your lumbar vertebrae. It turns out lower back pain is like the number one ailment in the US - even causing more people to miss work, I've read, that colds or the flu. Who knows if that's true but it is definitely a big problem.
Often, our backs can become injured slowly over time, and back pain actually usually isn't a result of a specific incident in which you injured yourself (like picking up something to heavy) - it tends to be more of a cummulative effect.
The problems I had with my back were due to me having a herniated disc (discs are soft tissues that reside between your spinal vertebrae - a herniation means it's been forced out of this space slightly and has bulged out into the spinal cavity - where nerves are) - I didn't even know I had a herniated disc. I didn't recall any specific incident which might have caused this injury.
I'm not saying you have a herniation, but if I were you I would definitely go see a doctor and get it checked out, if you can. You may just have some muscle strains or spasms that are casuing pain to be radiated to other areas. The reason I mentioned herniation was because you did mention that pain is extending to other sites - in my case, the herniation caused pain in my sciatic nerve (runs down your butt and leg) and I had no idea it was due to my back, which ached a lot.
Bottom line is you need to see a doctor. Get a check to see if you do have a UTI, and then have your back examined. If they can't remedy your pain with anti-inflammatory and pain drugs, they might recommend some mild physical therapy, which will definitely help. If it still remains, an x-ray and MRI might lie in your future. If it turns out you do have back problems, I'd recommend seeing a sports doctor about the problem because they tend to be more adept at knwoing how to fix these issues using exercise, physical therapy and steroidal anti-inflammatories (this is the route I took, and it worked great) rather than a back doctor, who are often neurologists, and they love to operate.
As for some home remedies... here are some tips/tricks I've learnt through my ordeal to help ease pain and relieve symptoms...remember, you only get one back in life and you need to take care of it!
* first, stop bending over to pick things up. always bend your knees and use you legs to pick things up, and keep your back in a neutral (upright) position. it may seem strange to do this at first, but you'll get used to it. bending over puts an enormous strain on your back.
* ibuprofen can help. take 2-4 (200mg per tablet) every 4-6 hours (maybe with breakfast, lunch, dinner)
* sleep with a pillow between your legs. a big part of this is, do you hurt when you wake up? sleeping on your side with a pillow between your legs is the best thing you can do! it also might feel weird at first but it helps to take pressure off your lower back.
* if it doesn't hurt to walk, take a walk everyday... I found exercising and keeping loose helped me get through pain better.
* if you can, ice your back, preferably with an cold pack you can put in the freezer. Do it for 15 minutes, if you can, laying on your back with your knees bent. Just take a nap like that.
* I found that lying prone on the floor really helps to relax my back. It's on the stretches I do every morning. Basically, you lay flat on your belly on the ground, and use your elbows to support you. Just try this when you watch TV, or use your laptop, or something. It helps to relax and stretch out your back.
I hope you get better and you are able to see a doctor (if your pain doesn't go away)... back problems are a pain (literaly!) so I wish you all the best! I hope some of this has helped.
2007-02-24 07:29:15 · answer #1 · answered by kevinicus 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-17 22:56:37 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-24 00:58:44 · answer #3 · answered by Darrin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I you don't have a UTI you could have kidney stones. Kidney stones really put you into a lot of pain. Drink lots of water, this will flush the kidneys. If your stones are small you could pass them in about a week. If you continue to be in a lot of pain, see the doctor. Kidney infection will cause you to have a need to urinate often. If you ignore an infection you can run into kidney failure. Not a good thing.
2007-02-24 07:12:52 · answer #4 · answered by sally_little03 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Calm down. They caught the UTI relatively early, and that's good. Your baby will be fine, as long as you take the antibiotic prescribed for you. I had a UTI (which put me in the hospital for 3 days) earlier in my pregnancy, and I had that bad pain in my abdomen, as well. It went away once the infection cleared up (except for the random sharp pains I get due to the baby moving around or my uterus being stretched). Trust your doctor; they would have told you if anything was wrong with the baby. You'll be fine, as will the baby.
2016-03-13 07:31:12 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well it could be:
lady problems :)
gas
kidney stones
UTI
or kidney infection
if ur really worried and this has been going on for a while, go to the doctor. if u don't want to go to the doctor just yet, start drinking water and see if that doesn't help. or figure out if ur about to mestruate
2007-02-24 07:10:45 · answer #6 · answered by whoops :) 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it could b a diss that poped out of place i have 2 on my lower back on my tailbone,but with u going the bathrm ok it's a pinched nerve they can kill.but i do home remedies of all kinds here is some simple solutions,(no ice packs it will make ur swelling/pain worst)Take a HOT bath with over the counter(from rite aid or Walgreen's)called" Batherapy natural mineral bath",with lavender.this product is about 6$ and really works and it's organic also cheaper than making it.but this line has all different smells and products 4 different mishaps this one above WILL wrk 4 u. good luck,oh and it doesn't cause yeast infections(some bath and body washes do)Hope u feel better
2007-02-24 07:20:14 · answer #7 · answered by cleo 888 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
hmm well just with what you said above... it doesn't sound much like the kidney prognosis with no problem voiding.... but since you said the pain radiates around to the bladder..... could be uti, or... unless you can positively rule out any injury (even rough sex, i'm assuming you're a female), then if not injury, u may want to explore a std.
thats all i could guess without more history, age, detailed events leading up to this, and overall time frame.
2007-02-24 07:12:18 · answer #8 · answered by firemedic311 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Kidney infection or auto immune problem can cause back pain.
Your liver can cause back pain too. Press on the lowest ribs on the right side. When my kidneys were swollen pressure on the back caused sharp pains.
Since it is unusual for you you should see someone.
2007-02-24 07:13:45 · answer #9 · answered by Ron H 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I couldn't just sit around and do nothing like my doctors suggested.
They didn't want me to do anything or to take herbs or herbal remedies, but I had to try something - they just wanted me to do dialysis!
This program allowed me to take control of my health. I went from Stage 4 to Stage 3 kidney disease.
It was easy to do and my BUN, creatinine and anemia are all in better ranges.
Reversing Your Kidney Disease?
2016-05-14 17:08:40 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋