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A 18-year-old male asked:
Can voltaren (diclofenac) emulgel help treat sciatica?
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Dr. Susan Rhoadsanswered
Family Medicine 40 years experience
Maybe: This is a topical pain reliever and helps fight inflammation. Try it on your back where the pain starts.May help, probably won't hurt, and is certainly worth a try. If it doesn't work, ask your doc if you should stop it.
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Dr. Susan Rhoads commented
Family Medicine 40 years experience
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Thanks for the Thank You note! Ask your OB doc if you can use it while you are pregnant.
Jul 31, 2019
Last updated Apr 2, 2020
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