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[|Human|] I m having pain in my groin when bearing weight and sensation of tightness in my lower back. Also, some hip discomfort. I first noticed mild hip discomfort 6 months ago while being treated for a facial skin infection of Serratia. I mwondering if these two things are related in any way? I havean appointment with a PMR Musculoskeletal physician, but I wonder if I should see an Orthopedic Physician? Thank You
[|AI|]  Hi, I understand your query.  Your symptoms point to problem with lumber spinal discs. With the inflammation/ dislocation of these, there is kinking of the spinal nerves -result in these multiple symptoms.  I would advise you to consult an orthopedic doctor for X-ray P/A, lateral view of lumber spine or CT scan/MRI of lumber spine to get exact diagnosis.  Treatment consists of NSAID painkillers as per need & physiotherapy.  Non responding patients may need spinal surgery to remove the nerve pressure.  Thanks.