Buttock pain can have several causes, including injuries, overuse conditions, and nerve compression.
Some causes of buttock pain will come on suddenly while others can develop gradually over time.
Osteoarthritis can affect any joint, including the hip.
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When the outer layer tears (herniates), the inner material leaks out.
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
Thesacroiliacjointforms between yoursacrumand both sides of your pelvis at the base of your spine.
Sacroiliac joint dysfunctioncauses deep joint pain directly at the sacroiliac joint pain at the upper portion of the buttocks.
Standing, walking, and climbing stairs all tend to worsen sacroiliac joint pain.
Hamstring tendonitis is a common issue related to buttock pain.
With hamstring tendonitis, pain can develop at these bony areas and deep at the bottom of your buttocks.
This condition is associated with prolonged sitting and repetitive movements of thegluteus maximus muscle.
Symptoms may include pain in the upper thigh or buttocks.
This is an infection in the gland near the anus.Surgery is usually required to drain and heal the abscess.
Hemorrhoids are often because of straining during bowel movements, chronic constipation or diarrhea, or pregnancy.
Most causes of buttock pain can be addressed with at-home treatments, physical therapy, and medication if needed.
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