Lower back pain and legs pain

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I have been having lower back pain that comes and goes but lately the pain has been consistent and was spreading to my hamstring and thigh area. I went to see my doctor last week who priscribed naproxen. I have been taking since last wednesday but lately my right leg has been getting numb and am havig a burning sensation in my right leg. Also l have been getting sharp pains like someone os knifing me in my hamstring/thigh area that is sometimes preventing me from moving. Is this normal??

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Dr. Bipin Ninan Abraham General Physician 7 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Bipin Ninan Abraham

General Physician 7 yrs exp Bangalore

It isn't normal and you would require CT/MRI scans to rule out disc prolapses or herniation and if it is impacted upon any nerve which would explain the tingling sensation over your right leg. You would also be required to undergo further investigations to rule out other underlying problems. I would advise you to meet an orthopedician or neurosurgeon.

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