Localized pain in lower left back

I have had chronic back pain for several years throughout my spina after a failed spinal fusion and a second successful spinal fusion for scoliosis.  This pain is much different in that it is localized to one specific area - the sacroiliac area on the left side of my back.  There is no abdominal pain.  I'm concerned it could be a symptom of a kidney infection or a pinched nerve.  It is difficult for me to walk and it continues to get worse.


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[Abhijeet Deshmukh, MD]

Hello.

I suspect a pinched nerve. Have you got the MRI of the lower back (lumbar spine) done? It shows any nerve compression.

An EMG  (electromyography) may help.

Regards