Question 1

i have sciatica pain and now a rash on that spot. what does that mean?

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Shingles?: It is hard to say without an evaluation and looking at the rash. Sometimes a one-sided rash that also has nerve pain with it could be a shingles outbreak. However, i think that it could be a whole variety of different things as well - or the sciatica and the rash may not be related at all. Perhaps it's just best to have someone take a look and evaluate it.

Question 2

sciatica pain for 2 months  consistently.  now a pink rash on lower back and buttocks. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Herpes Zoster?: Or shingles would give you a rash and can give you long lasting pain.  The condition is treatable.  But you should be examined by a doctor to be sure.

Question 3

can sciatica pain cause a rash?

Accepted Answer

Not generally: Shingles can be mistaken for siatica.

Question 4

weakness feeling in sciatica leg still mean it can heal alone? i have a possibly herniated disc from 2 months ago  and sciatica from a month. sciatica pain isnt 24/7 but now i get a feeling of leg weakness around the hamstring. streinght on it is ok

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Disc: The vast majority of lumbar discs will resolve spontaneously, but can take months for some people. Physical therapy is often helpful and would be the first modality of choice.

Question 5

can sciatica cause a cold spot on one leg and foot?  i have pain in one leg, buttocks and lower back. walking used to help but now hurts my hip.

Accepted Answer

Yes, it can: Impingement of the S1 nerve can lead to weakness and erratic nerve pain down one leg. The interventional pain management involves special procedures to treat and manage nerve impingement pain. Ask your PCP for the specialist referral.

Question 6

my sciatica is hurting and i now have a rash in my pubic area. what could this be from?

Accepted Answer

See below: The rash and sciatica are likely 2 separate problems.  See your physician for a diagnosis and treatment.

Question 7

could my lp shunt have caused the sciatic nerve to be inflamed or encourage it to continue? ive had terribly severe sciatica pain for two months now!

Accepted Answer

L.p. shunt: Since spinal nerve irritation is listed as a possible problem with lp shunts, I would ask an expert who places these shunts whether sciatic nerve irritation could occur in your case. A neurosurgeon is best qualified to answer your question.

Question 8

my husband has has very bad sciatica pain for months now. any suggestions on relieving pain?

Accepted Answer

Many approaches: First, assessment to identify where the radiculopathy pain is coming from and if there is any progressing nerve damage. For pain relief in the meantime, try gentle stretching of his piriformis muscle on the effected side in case its piriformis syndrome. Continuensaids. Consider seeing a pain physician for epidural or transforaminal blocks.Physical therapy will be necessary as well.Hope that helps!

Question 9

i have had sciatica pain for 5 weeks now from heranited disc in l4/l5 how long will the pain last from in in my leg back doesn't hurt?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: I certainly suggest you continue to follow up with your doc.  You may be a candidate for a steroid dose pak or epidural injection.  Finally if u develop numbness or weakness surgery become an option.

Question 10

having sciatica pain for past 4 weeks now.  doc advised me some painkillers which i refuse to take. exercise makes better but for few hours only.

Accepted Answer

Patience needed: Pain due to sciatica, usually lasts 6-8 wks. Be patient and be diligent with PT and exercise regularly for this to resolve in due course.

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Sciatica pain for 2 months consistently. now a pink rash on lower back and buttocks. what could this be?

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Can sciatica pain cause a rash?

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Weakness feeling in sciatica leg still mean it can heal alone? i have a possibly herniated disc from 2 months ago and sciatica from a month. sciatica pain isnt 24/7 but now i get a feeling of leg weakness around the hamstring. streinght on it is ok

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Can sciatica cause a cold spot on one leg and foot? i have pain in one leg, buttocks and lower back. walking used to help but now hurts my hip.

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My sciatica is hurting and i now have a rash in my pubic area. what could this be from?

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Could my lp shunt have caused the sciatic nerve to be inflamed or encourage it to continue? ive had terribly severe sciatica pain for two months now!

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My husband has has very bad sciatica pain for months now. any suggestions on relieving pain?

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I have had sciatica pain for 5 weeks now from heranited disc in l4/l5 how long will the pain last from in in my leg back doesn't hurt?

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Having sciatica pain for past 4 weeks now. doc advised me some painkillers which i refuse to take. exercise makes better but for few hours only.

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