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I am having a lot if low back pain that goes into the butt what could this be? i have a herniated disk at l5 s1

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Dr. Guy Fogel answered

Yes: The buttock pain is most often from L5 or s1 nrrve root pressure.

Answered 11/26/2016

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Related to disc: Disc herniation at the l5-s1 level can produce back, buttock, leg and foot pain, weakness and numbness. If your pain is not better after physical therapy, have a re-evaluation by your doctor to see if you need further treatment.

Answered 2/10/2016

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