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A member asked:

Everytime i sit down my left leg goes to sleep at the quadriceps. & sharp pain goes down my leg. i had knee surgery before. any possible reasons?

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Main concern is: deep venous thrombophlebitis, especially if you underwent recent knee surgery. It could also be pinched nerve. It is best to see your doctor or orthopedic surgeon.

Dr Reuter agreed

Answered 7/25/2015

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