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Is an ache in my back and running down my leg cause for concern?
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Yes: Yes, the referral of the pain down the back of the leg could be sciatic nerve pain, which needs the attention of a doctor.
Answered 12/12/2018
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Disc herniatoon: The leg component can be neural irritation from common conditions see a spine doc.
Answered 12/7/2012
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