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Had cortisone injection in lower back 3 days ago. experiencing constant muscle twitching in both calves since. is there a connection?
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Most likely benign: I assume you have had an epidural block, if you don't have any weakness in the legs there is nothing to worry about.
Answered 6/3/2018
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May be: You need to take medications like anti-inflammatory and muscle relaxing.
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