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Can a disc herniation l5s1 cause cramping sensation in the calf muscle? calf does not hurt when touched

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Should not: Cause a cramp. That would be from something else. As you have ehlers danlos you could have pulled something . You need an eval!!

Answered 7/9/2016

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Dr. Paul Velt answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Yes: That nerve does go down the leg. It known as the sciatic nerve and it may and can give you symptoms in the calf . That should be discussed with your doctor to see what can be done

Answered 10/24/2017

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