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What Causes Unilateral Pain In The Thigh Radiating To The Foot?

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Posted on Tue, 8 Nov 2016
Question: Have severe pain in left thigh radiating down to left foot if and when I stand long enough
Feels like my hamstring is being stretched and to get relief I have to sit or lie down
I had some left lower back/upper left hip pain for several weeks prior to this current episode...
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (43 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
You have Sciatica, probably!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have reviewed your symptoms fully. Your symptoms are suggestive of a pinch nerve at the level of the lower back. This could be caused be caused be a slipped vertebral disc, in most cases. I will suggest that you get a ct-scan of the lower spine to confirm the diagnosis and adapt treatment accordingly.

At this time, Tylenol and Ibuprofen, lifestyle modification to avoid postures that provoke/aggravate pain and talk to a physical therapist for training exercises to strengthen muscles of the lower back.

I hope this helps. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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What Causes Unilateral Pain In The Thigh Radiating To The Foot?

Brief Answer: You have Sciatica, probably! Detailed Answer: Hi, I have reviewed your symptoms fully. Your symptoms are suggestive of a pinch nerve at the level of the lower back. This could be caused be caused be a slipped vertebral disc, in most cases. I will suggest that you get a ct-scan of the lower spine to confirm the diagnosis and adapt treatment accordingly. At this time, Tylenol and Ibuprofen, lifestyle modification to avoid postures that provoke/aggravate pain and talk to a physical therapist for training exercises to strengthen muscles of the lower back. I hope this helps. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.