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Is Pain In My Right Leg And Foot Due To Sciatic Pain?

I have pain in my right leg and in my foot daily; is this sciatica pain; I exercise at least 1 hr. a day, do 4 1/2 mi. - burn at least 500 cal.- feel pain when resting -tingling. Have taken gabbapentin for nerve pain but don t like the sleepiness and not as good thinking. I apply ice, helps a bit.
Mon, 4 Dec 2023
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Hello,

Get clinically examined and get X-ray, CT, MRI, EMG, etc., done to detect sciatica or any other pathology. In the meantime, get connected to a Physical therapist. Gentle exercise and massage will give relief. Applying cold pack or ice may be helpful. Lifestyle changes like regular walking and changing your position to avoid nerve impingement.

If sciatica is confirmed you will be treated with corticosteroids, analgesics, opioids if needed. You may be referred to a Neurologist for further management. You can take Naproxen, one stat after food to get rid of pain and inflammation.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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Is Pain In My Right Leg And Foot Due To Sciatic Pain?

Hello, Get clinically examined and get X-ray, CT, MRI, EMG, etc., done to detect sciatica or any other pathology. In the meantime, get connected to a Physical therapist. Gentle exercise and massage will give relief. Applying cold pack or ice may be helpful. Lifestyle changes like regular walking and changing your position to avoid nerve impingement. If sciatica is confirmed you will be treated with corticosteroids, analgesics, opioids if needed. You may be referred to a Neurologist for further management. You can take Naproxen, one stat after food to get rid of pain and inflammation. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician