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A member asked:
My brother 28 went dr on friday w/ back & leg pain was told he has sciatica.today pain so bad he did not get out of bed, should he see a dr?
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Sciatica: is an extremely painful condition and he should call his prescribing doctor to rule out the possibility of a herniated disc. He will need anti-inflammatory and pain medication.
Answered 2/23/2016
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Yes: Episodes of sciatica, even severe cases, can resolve on their own at times, indications to seek urgent medical attention would be numbness, weakness in the legs, or changes in bowel or bladder function. If any question, I would be seen.
Answered 2/23/2016
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