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I have severe pain that starts at the hip and shoots all the way down my leg. what could be the possible diagnosis?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Possibly a sciatica: A sciatica is caused by an irritation of a nerve in the back that then can cause pain that runs down the leg like you are describing. There are also potentially other causes as well. Usually a detailed history and exam can determine the cause. Thank you for your question.
Answered 6/13/2013
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Possible sciatica.: Pain radiating down a leg often comes from a pinched nerve in the lower spine, termed sciatica. X-rays or MRI may help in determining the cause.
Answered 9/28/2016
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