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What Causes Leg Pain While Sitting?

Posted on Mon, 8 May 2017

Question: For the past couple days every time I sit down my left leg starts to ache. like a XXXXXXX horse. it only happens when I am sitting down. if I'm standing or laying It doesn't bother me at all. it also feels like I am sitting some something under my left butt cheek. what could be the cause of this and should I be concerned? It doesn't bother whatsoever unless I am sitting down.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Can be nerve compression.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The ache only on sitting down can be due to a nerve compression at the level of lower spine- can be related to bad posture or a degenerative change in the spine. Proper diagnosis needs an MRI scan.
Methylcobalamin supplements and increasing the fluid intake can help till then.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (5 minutes later)

I'm currently without insurance and cannot get am MRI. is it serious or could it possible go away on its own?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Nothing serious.

Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
You can start with methylcobalamin - vitamin B 12 supplements and back strengthening exercises. it will help.
Hope my answer is helpful.
Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries.
Regards.

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar