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Can A Full Colon Apply Pressure To The Leg Nerves?
My 78 year old wife experiences a relief in her chronic leg pain after a bowel movement. She underwent chemo and radiation therapy 2 years ago to treat localised small cell carcenoma. She also had a spinal fusion about 35 years ago (d5-d6). Is it possible for a full colon to apply pressure to the leg nerves?
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Hello,
Nerves supplying to lower limb passes through lower part of abdomen and exit through posterior aspect of hip behind the bones. The nerves are generally under cover of muscle and fat. In case of excessively loaded colon, there may be slight pressure over the nerves which can be relieved by passing bowel movements.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon
Nerves supplying to lower limb passes through lower part of abdomen and exit through posterior aspect of hip behind the bones. The nerves are generally under cover of muscle and fat. In case of excessively loaded colon, there may be slight pressure over the nerves which can be relieved by passing bowel movements.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon
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