Dealing with spine-related problems is very difficult and if you face spine problems for a long time then it can cause a lot of problems for you. Therefore, you need to consult the spine doctor soon as you face the pain so that the situation does not get worsen and there are other conditions and signs apart from the pain that can cause a problem for you and in this blog, we will tell you about some signs that you need to consult a spine doctor in Vadodara.

Following are the signs that you need to consult a spine doctor in Vadodara:

• Leg or feet pain: When you face pain or numbness in your legs or feet accompanied by the back pain, then it is a serious sign and thus you need to visit orthopedic hospital in Vadodara as soon as possible. Pressure on your spine can lead to weakness in your feet and legs and this problem needs to be cured as delay in treatment may lead to extreme pain or numbness.

• Fever: When you have a fever accompanied by discomfort in the lumbar region of the spine, then it is a problem related to your spine because the flu or fever has occurred due to a muscle strain. 

• Chronic pain: Generally acute pain is short-lasting and it occurs only for some days and will disappear later and will not cause any serious problem but if your pain lasts for more than 3 or 4 weeks then you have the sub-acute pain and this type of pain lasts for around 10 weeks. And, the severe pain than sub-acute pain is chronic pain and it lasts for more than 12 weeks and this pain may cause severe pain in your lower back and so if you face chronic pain then you need to consult a spine surgeon in Baroda so that you can get the proper treatment at the proper time.

• Bowel and bladder issues: If you find that you are running to the washroom again  & again and sitting longer times in the washroom is also a sign that you need to visit a doctor because extreme stools can lead to lower back pain and thus you have these issues then proper treatment should be taken.

• Sudden weight loss: People consider weight loss as a good thing, and it is a good thing but only when weight loss happens when you do effort like exercise, diet, improving food habits, etc. but when your weight loss happens without any effort or without any reason then something may be wrong because if your weight loss happens suddenly then it may give pressure on your back and there are many chances that you will face severe back pain. So, if you face back pain accompanied with unintentional weight loss then you need to consult a spine specialist. 

These are the signs that you need to consult a spine doctor and it is strictly advised not to cause a delay in getting the treatment as it can cause severe problems so visit a specialist as early as possible.

Dr Uday Meghnathi is a specialist spine surgeon in Vadodara having expertise in orthopaedics and has provided successful treatment to the patients from all over India. So, if you face any spine-related issues or any other orthopaedic related issues then you can Contact him to get the best treatment.