HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Can The Pain In The Calf Be Due To The Surgery Done Earlier?

I'm a 46 m w. Had spinal fusion 1 1/2 yrs ago. Since then lower back ok, but left foot numb. And reoccurring muscle cramps in left leg....recently I gave been getting extremely painful constant pain in my left calf....can this be a residual effect from surgery.. Dr. Said ciadic nerve was encased in scar tissue from previous failed back surgeries. I am currently on NO meds.

Tue, 28 Jan 2014
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum.
It appears that there is pressure over the sciatic nerve, which needs release of the pressure, on the nerve.
I advise you to consult a neurologist for diagnosis and treatment. You may need to have a C.T.scan for diagnosis.
I usually prescribe to my patient with such symptoms neurotropic injections for 10 consecutive days, and then periodically, along with pain medication.
Avoid taking potato, other tubers, tomato, egg, chicken, and sea foods till the pains are completely controlled.
Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. thank you.
I find this answer helpful

 1 user finds this helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Spinal fusion


Loading Online Doctors....
Can The Pain In The Calf Be Due To The Surgery Done Earlier?

Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum. It appears that there is pressure over the sciatic nerve, which needs release of the pressure, on the nerve. I advise you to consult a neurologist for diagnosis and treatment. You may need to have a C.T.scan for diagnosis. I usually prescribe to my patient with such symptoms neurotropic injections for 10 consecutive days, and then periodically, along with pain medication. Avoid taking potato, other tubers, tomato, egg, chicken, and sea foods till the pains are completely controlled. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. thank you.