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Is intermittent pain normal for sciatica?

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Dr. Nathaniel Drourr answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes: Sciatica can range from minimal/intermittent to severe/constant.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

YES: It is intermittent for some and constant for others. Recommend seeing your doctor first to see what to do next.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/18/2014

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