I am a 56 year old male, and about two months ago, I began experiencing back pai!
Question: in an area where I had previously suffered a herniated disc (1981, right side, L4-L5). The pain is nowhere near as severe as it was with the herniated disc, but travels all the way down my leg, and has caused a curvature of my spine (to the left) which was not there before. Now this morning, I discovered a large bruise on my right hip near the ball and socket joint. I have not injured my hip in any way that I'm aware of. What could be going on with this? I'm beginning to grow concerned. The opinions of medical professionals are strongly preferred.
Answers: in an area where I had previously suffered a herniated disc (1981, right side, L4-L5). The pain is nowhere near as severe as it was with the herniated disc, but travels all the way down my leg, and has caused a curvature of my spine (to the left) which was not there before. Now this morning, I discovered a large bruise on my right hip near the ball and socket joint. I have not injured my hip in any way that I'm aware of. What could be going on with this? I'm beginning to grow concerned. The opinions of medical professionals are strongly preferred.
you may have what is called a pathologic fracture of your hip, at your age, osteoporosis is a real possibility. Suggest that you see your doctor.
I am not a doctor, but I do have the same kind of pain that runs down my left leg. I found out it was a pinched nerve and it lets me know about if frequently. My wife will massage the bottom of my left foot when it gets bad and I don't understand the reasoning but it does make it quit hurting and the best thing is she does not charge me. Try it, you don't have anything to lose but the pain.
You may need to see your doctor, but, all I can say for sure is Welcome to the getting older crowd.
Good luck