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What Causes Pain In The Leg When Suffering From Chronic Back Pain?
Hi, I have chronic back pain but recently I have started ro have leg pain only when sitting in certain positions for a long time. I believe sciatica is a shooting pain which I do experince. My pain seems to go down from hip but is beey painful in calf area. what do you suggest?
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Hi,
Yes, sciatica is one possibility due to number spondylisis (causing chronological back pain too). Needs imaging investigation to confirm follower by management by an orthopedic doctor (medicines, physiotherapy, survey in non-responding cases). It could be calcium/vita min D deficiency causing the problem. Blood test also needs to be done.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
Yes, sciatica is one possibility due to number spondylisis (causing chronological back pain too). Needs imaging investigation to confirm follower by management by an orthopedic doctor (medicines, physiotherapy, survey in non-responding cases). It could be calcium/vita min D deficiency causing the problem. Blood test also needs to be done.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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