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What Is Causing The Pins And Needles In My Right Leg And Foot?

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I have pins and needdles sensation on my right leg and foot do to a garden work I was doing two month ago. First I felt the pain on my lower back; then the tingiling came. but not as strong as it is now. What will be your answerrec? Thank you
Tue, 8 Jul 2014
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Hi,
These could be the symptoms of a herniated lumbar disc which is causing sciatica. I suggest you need an MRI scan and to see an orthopedic surgeon. Ibuprofen may help the pain and tingling.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
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What Is Causing The Pins And Needles In My Right Leg And Foot?

Hi, These could be the symptoms of a herniated lumbar disc which is causing sciatica. I suggest you need an MRI scan and to see an orthopedic surgeon. Ibuprofen may help the pain and tingling. Regards, Dr K A Pottinger