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How do you know if sciatica is herpes related for a fact or just a pinched nerve?
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Get an eval: A simple history and Physical exam would be able to tell you. Unless you have an active infection of Zoster, affecting the sciatic nerve root/Dermatome it would be unlikely for Herpes virus to cause this.
Answered 7/4/2014
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See below: Sciatica refers to an irritated nerve in the spine or pelvis that causes pain down the leg and is typically not related to herpes.
Answered 7/4/2014
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Shingles?: Sciatica doesn't cause a rash. So if you have a rash you might have shingles. I would see your doctor to evaluate this.
Answered 7/10/2014
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