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What Causes Numbness Around The Tailbone Area?

I have numbness around the base of my back (tailbone) area. If I am sitting, and squeeze my muscles around this area, it is very numb and sore. Also when I try to stand from sitting, I get very sore/numb pains in my tailbone area. I don t know if it s linked but have also got plantar fasciitis and very limited mobility in my ankles/feet/toes.
Wed, 22 Apr 2020
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Hello,

I read carefully your query and understand your concern.

Numbness in the buttocks may be caused by a medical condition, such as piriformis syndrome or a pinched nerve. 
I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to relieve the symptoms.
I also suggest to avoid movements that can trigger the symptoms.
If the symptoms continue, you should see a neurologist for further evaluation.


Hope my answer was helpful.

If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.

Kind regards!

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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What Causes Numbness Around The Tailbone Area?

Hello, I read carefully your query and understand your concern. Numbness in the buttocks may be caused by a medical condition, such as piriformis syndrome or a pinched nerve.  I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to relieve the symptoms. I also suggest to avoid movements that can trigger the symptoms. If the symptoms continue, you should see a neurologist for further evaluation. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again. Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician