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My right leg is hurting me so bad that I am off of it and putting ice packs on it and taking acetaminophen 500 MG x2 q 6 hours per my doc but I am still in dire straits. What can I do

June 17, 2025
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Yes, spinal issues can definitely cause leg pain and numbness. When spinal discs become worn, it can lead to pain that radiates down the legs, along with numbness and tingling sensations in the legs and buttocks. This happens because the damaged discs can put pressure on nearby nerves. While you're already following your Show Full Answer

Yes, spinal issues can definitely cause leg pain and numbness. When spinal discs become worn, it can lead to pain that radiates down the legs, along with numbness and tingling sensations in the legs and buttocks. This happens because the damaged discs can put pressure on nearby nerves. While you're already following your doctor's instructions with acetaminophen and ice, here are some additional steps to consider:

1. Contact your rheumatologist if symptoms persist or worsen
2. Ask about getting diagnostic tests like X-rays or MRI to determine the exact cause
3. Discuss whether other treatments might help, such as:
- Corticosteroids for inflammation
- NSAIDs for pain management
- Physical therapy to strengthen supporting muscles

June 17, 2025
A MyLupusTeam Member

Yes, Machel and @Dianna3-- nerve root impingement causing these symptoms can result from bone spurs due to arthritis or from herniated/bulging discs. I hope you get relief soon.

June 18, 2025
A MyLupusTeam Member

Machel, bulging or herniated discs can cause nerve root impingement, leading to leg pain. Arthritis can cause bone spur formation, and these can also pinch nerve roots.

June 18, 2025
A MyLupusTeam Member

I used to eat ginger. It's really good for nerve pain and tumeric too. Tumeric is constipating. Talk it over with your doctor. My carpal tunnel pain was level 8-9 and ginger got it down to a 1. I had to eliminate all carbs from my diet as that aggravated nerve pain. I am praying for you.

June 17, 2025
A MyLupusTeam Member

I'm dealing with that too. My spine has narrowed more from last scan and its almost like there is nothing they can do. I have herniated and bulging disc...lesions as well throughout entire spine -neck down. Nothing truly relieves it but trying to lose weight while learning how to sleep better and just keeping body moving.
We just started getting heay here in Illinois and im struggling moving around in it already.
God Bless us all!

June 18, 2025

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