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I have a pain in my leg when i sit for long periods of time. it starts at my hip and throbs down to my knee. i have to walk around for ages b4 it goes?

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Pressure: You may be sitting in such a fashion that you are putting unnecessary pressure on a nerve and that is causing the problem. If, however, this is not the cause you should be seen and examined by a doctor to determine other possibilities.

Answered 12/9/2013

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A member asked:

I have a pain in my leg when i sit for long periods of time. it starts at my hip and throbs down to my knee. i have to walk around for ages b4 it goes?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Raff answered

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