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How Can Sciatic Pain In The Thigh Be Treated?

i am experiencing nerve pain on my left side going from my butt area down the back of my thigh. i had surgery in june on my back where a portion of the disk was removed to remove pressure. i have dr appt tomorrow but was told to take buprophen or naproxin. can i take both simultaneously? are they the same?
Mon, 11 Dec 2017
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Hello, my name is Dr Olgeta Xhufka. I understand your concern. You have to take ibuprofen or naproxen not two at a time. Have rest for 24 hours and do some stretching latter.
Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help, thanks!
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How Can Sciatic Pain In The Thigh Be Treated?

Hello, my name is Dr Olgeta Xhufka. I understand your concern. You have to take ibuprofen or naproxen not two at a time. Have rest for 24 hours and do some stretching latter. Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I ll be glad to help, thanks!