Lower Back Conditions
Lower Back Conditions
Spleen Problems & Spleen Removal
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains & Strains
Tailbone Pain (Coccydynia)
Lower Back Conditions
Conditions affecting the Lower Back
Lower Back Conditions
Ankylosing spondylitis
Symptoms Include:
Pain
Pain
(swelling of the spine’s joints) – this produces discomfort and stiffness that is usually worst in the morning and becomes better with activity.
Arthritis
Symptoms Include:
Joint pain | Inflammation | Red Skin | Weakness and muscle wasting
Joint pain | Inflammation | Red Skin | Weakness and muscle wasting
Arthritis is a common ailment characterised by joint pain and swelling (inflammation). Pain, swelling, and stiffness in one or more joints are common signs of arthritis. Lifestyle adjustments, such as exercise, physiotherapy, and medications, are the most common therapies for arthritis. In more severe cases, surgery may be required.
Kidney infection
Symptoms Include:
Pain | Peeing more | Temperature | Nausea
Pain | Peeing more | Temperature | Nausea
A kidney infection is a painful, unpleasant illness usually caused by bacteria travelling from your bladder into one or both of your kidneys.
Related Conditions:
Blood in urine (haematuria)
Kidney stones
Symptoms Include:
Pain | Blood in urine | Nausea | Peeing more
Pain | Blood in urine | Nausea | Peeing more
Kidney stones can form in either one or both of the kidneys. They’re really common. They primarily afflict persons in their forties and fifties. Kidney stones are discussed on this page, along with their symptoms, causes, and treatment options.
Related Conditions:
Blood in urine (haematuria)
Lower back pain
Symptoms Include:
Pain | Swelling
Pain | Swelling
Lower back pain is one of the most common health issues worldwide. It affects more than 80% of adults at some point in their lives, making it a common reason for people to visit the doctor.
Pins and needles
Symptoms Include:
Tingling | Numbness
Tingling | Numbness
A prickling, burning, tingling, or numbing feeling is known as pins and needles. It commonly manifests in the arms, legs, hands, and feet. It normally does not cause any discomfort. It can make you feel numb or itchy. Pins and needles are normally just transient, although they can endure a long period (chronic).
Related Conditions:
Raynaud’s
Slipped disc
Symptoms Include:
Back pain | Limb pain | Stiff neck | Numbness
Back pain | Limb pain | Stiff neck | Numbness
When a soft cushion of tissue between the bones in your spine pulls out, it’s called a slipped disc. If it presses on nerves, it hurts. Rest, light exercise and medicines usually help it get better gradually.
Spleen problems and spleen removal
Symptoms Include:
Pain | Can’t fight infections | Blood
Pain | Can’t fight infections | Blood
Some people are born without a spleen, while others require surgery to remove it due to sickness or damage. The spleen is a small organ around the size of a fist. It’s near your stomach and behind your left ribs on the top left side of your abdomen.
Spondylolisthesis
Symptoms Include:
Pain | Swelling | Bruising | Reduced movement
Pain | Swelling | Bruising | Reduced movement
(a slipped spinal bone) — this can cause lower back discomfort and stiffness, as well as numbness and tingling sensations.
Related Conditions:
Back pain
Sports injuries
Although the advantages of sports and exercise much exceed the hazards, accidents can occur from time to time.
Related Conditions:
Sprains and strains
Sprains and strains
Symptoms Include:
Pain | Swelling | Bruising | Reduced movement
Pain | Swelling | Bruising | Reduced movement
Sprains and strains of the muscles and ligaments are common injuries. They can affect anyone, but they are more common in athletes. The majority of illnesses can be treated at home without the need to see a doctor.
Tailbone pain (coccydynia)
Symptoms Include:
Pain
Pain
Coccydynia is a painful condition that affects the coccyx. The last bone is located at the bottom of the spine (tailbone). After a few weeks, coccydynia usually improves on its own. If you’re concerned about your symptoms, see the section on when to see your doctor.