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I am experiencing a sharp shooting pain in my lower left abdomen. it is intermittent, but the pain travels down my left leg all the way to my foot. ?

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Back pain: Sounds like sciatica or pinched spinal nerves. You should seek medical help to confirm this.

Dr Khan agreed

Answered 9/19/2019

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