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What Causes Persistent Leg Cramps, Nausea And Lump Under The Skin Of Spine?

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Posted on Mon, 23 May 2016
Question: The last couple of months have sharp cramp lile pains in my legs abdomen lower and upper back and shoulders. That come and go all day. Some days i feel nausea. And have just felt a lump under the skin left of my spine that i can only feel when i bend
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Answered by Dr. Shoaib Khan (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Need some information from you ma'am, pls do respond

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome.

Thank you for writing to us.

I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. I understand your predicament and would like to ask you a few things:

+Do you experience these pains at any particular time of the month?
+Are your menstrual cycles regular? Can you share the duration of your cycles, length, flow, etc.?
+Have you ever had an ultrasound of your lower abdomen and pelvis? If yes, can you share the report with me?
+Is your flow heavy when it does appear?
+Do you have a good posture?
+Can you share your height and weight with me please?
+Are you sexually active?

I do suspect a few things, but I need all the information I can get from you in order to reach a confirmation and guide you accordingly. I look forward to hearing from you in order to help you further.

Best wishes.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Shoaib Khan (7 hours later)
pains all month. my cycles where normal until February they were 3 weeks late. lasting 5 days flow normal. i have only ever had a ultrasound when i was pregnant. i had an xray on my pelvis when i was pregnant also. the dr said my pelvis was odd shape so i had to give birth with c cection. my periods are normal i think flow is heavy for a day or two. my posture is not that great. im 70kg not sure about my height about 160cm i think
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Answered by Dr. Shoaib Khan (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Cumulatively, a few causes could be resulting in your presentation

Detailed Answer:
Hello once again ma'am.

Thank you for much for that information.

I somehow feel the cramps in your legs can be attributed to a combination of causes:

+C-section: Scar tissue that forms from a c-section not only externally but also internally can cause a contraction like feeling which can reach the lower legs as well

+Menstrual irregularities: Many women around the world complain of leg cramps often associated with cramps that initiate in their lower abdomens, but often seen during a certain period of their menstrual cycle. So I do believe that your cycle is also contributing to the same presentation

+Not so normal pelvis, that can also put some amount of pressure on your muscles, muscle tendons, and innervation in the region. May be this would not have caused your current presentation if it were the only factor present, but in combination with the other factors listed above, this could be resulting in the pain and cramps throughout the month

+Your posture may contribute slightly to the back pain, but not necessarily so

As for your height and weight (as given approximately), it seems fine to me, so we can rule out being overweight as a contributing factor. So in my opinion, you should speak to your doctor about scar tissue from the surgery that could be causing this and also meet a trainer who can help you cope with the pain by introducing you to certain exercises (especially stretching).

Also, getting a hormone panel will help to find and accordingly correct any hormonal imbalances that could be contributing to your presentation, and at the same time help regularise your menstrual cycle.

I hope you find my response helpful and informative. Please do not hesitate to write back to me for any further clarifications, I am always here to help.

Best wishes.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Shoaib Khan (30 minutes later)
should i be worried about the lump near my spine could be causing anything
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Answered by Dr. Shoaib Khan (11 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Shouldn't be a cause for concern, but still get it checked

Detailed Answer:
Hi ma'am.

It should be ruled out, but honestly speaking I cannot tell you what it is without a physical examination, so it would be best if you can get a physical examination as well. But cysts are very common in the region, and are mostly harmless.

I hope this helps.

Best wishes.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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What Causes Persistent Leg Cramps, Nausea And Lump Under The Skin Of Spine?

Brief Answer: Need some information from you ma'am, pls do respond Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome. Thank you for writing to us. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. I understand your predicament and would like to ask you a few things: +Do you experience these pains at any particular time of the month? +Are your menstrual cycles regular? Can you share the duration of your cycles, length, flow, etc.? +Have you ever had an ultrasound of your lower abdomen and pelvis? If yes, can you share the report with me? +Is your flow heavy when it does appear? +Do you have a good posture? +Can you share your height and weight with me please? +Are you sexually active? I do suspect a few things, but I need all the information I can get from you in order to reach a confirmation and guide you accordingly. I look forward to hearing from you in order to help you further. Best wishes.