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What Causes Sciatica In An Elderly Woman Long After Multiple Disc Surgeries
My 81year old mother is experiencing numbness, and a cramping feeling in her L hip tolwer leg area. Her hx Diabetes, Obesity, Multiple disc surgeries in 1970 s. Most recent disc surgery 2013, resulting in permanent walker/wheelchair. Recent symptoms in last 3 month after having been in a chair for an hour at a time. Relieved after 15-30 minutes in supine position.
Wed, 3 Oct 2018
Hi,
This is due to compression of nerves by prolapsed disc. As a first line management you can take analgesics like Aceclofenac or Tramadol for pain relief. If symptoms persist better to consult a neurologist and get an MRI scan done.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
This is due to compression of nerves by prolapsed disc. As a first line management you can take analgesics like Aceclofenac or Tramadol for pain relief. If symptoms persist better to consult a neurologist and get an MRI scan done.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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