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Left ilium bone is looking small in Xray
My Ortho has diagnosed "Loss of lumbar lordosis" on 19/6/26 thereafter on 30/6/26 in X-ray my left ilium bone is looking smaller in size which wasn't so earlier, what could be the reason and how to treat it (For Comparison I also have previous X-ray reports)
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Based on the X-rays you have shared, I do not appreciate any true reduction in the size of the left iliac bone. The apparent difference is most likely due to variation in X-ray positioning or pelvic rotation, rather than the bone actually becoming smaller. Also, loss of lumbar lordosis is usually caused by muscle spasm, poor posture, or underlying back pain and is not related to a decrease in iliac bone size.
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Please compare your previous and current X-rays with an Orthopaedic surgeon. If you continue to have pain or if there is any doubt, further evaluation with an MRI (or CT scan if required) may be advised. You can also book an online consultation with me and upload both your previous and current X-rays for a detailed comparison and personalized guidance.
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Do not worry based solely on the apparent size difference seen on one X-ray. Management should be based on your symptoms, examination findings, and comparison with previous imaging rather than a single radiograph.
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Proper posture
Avoid forward bending
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Back muscle strengthening exercise
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Dr. Asokan M
Orthopedist
45 yrs exp
Erode
A small iliac bone on one side causes either pelvic tilt or leg length discrepancy or functional scoliosis and not loss of lumbr lordosis. Hence be not alarmed.
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Dr. Rakesh Kumar
Orthopedic surgeon
6 yrs exp
Coimbatore
Continue rest and medication
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Dr. Rahul Kumar Pandey
Orthopedic surgeon
10 yrs exp
Lucknow
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