A member asked:

I'm suffering debiatating pain from sciatica and smon steroids, inflamatory meds and pain meds with no relief, what shuld i do?

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Dr. Mark Weston answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Diagnose cause: Siatica is commonly caused by pressure on L5 s1 nerve roots, find the nerve pressure remove pressure see a spine or pain specialist, pills lead to tolerance then more pills.

Answered 1/15/2015

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Weeks to Months: Generally most people can get relief from sciatic pain doing the conservative care within 3-6 weeks. If it persists after that, it can take up to 6 months to heal by itself. You may still be a candidate for epidural steroid injections that may help relieve the pain while your body heals itself.

Answered 9/28/2016

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