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A 26-year-old female asked:
Pain in the lower back, above the buttocks increases when tightening the region. what it can be? it began after sit. without redness or injury.
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Dr. Sheldon Brownsteinanswered
Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology
Pain: This is a common injury and may represent piriformis syndrome which is an irritation of the sciatic nerve. Usually resolves over time
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Last updated Jan 2, 2016
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