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Back pain, sciatica from l5s1 herniation.getting a spinalcord stim.started getting a buzz in thigh, like a phone ringing in pocket.anybody explain this?
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Nerve talking: Have u had an epidural, or a steroid pack? Will make it be quiet.
Answered 2/1/2014
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Normal: If the spinal cord stimulator (scs) is causing the buzzing that is normal. The scs device can cause sensation like buzzing, tingling and massaging sensations. Typically these are better than your pain sensation.
Answered 9/28/2016
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