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What is the cause of vibration feeling on lateral ankle. intermittent, on 2 seconds off 10. some very mild low back pain central (l5-s1) pain 1/10?

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Dr. Jay Rosenfeld answered

See below: This could be a sign of some mild nerve root irritation coming from the lower back. If it does not go away or gets worse, see your doctor.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 12/20/2012

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A member asked:

What is the cause of vibration feeling on lateral ankle. intermittent, on 2 seconds off 10. some very mild low back pain central (l5-s1) pain 1/10?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jay Rosenfeld answered

Dr Villaplana agreed

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