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Hi i've been suffering with this sciatica nerve pain and pain down my right leg. i had 3 epidural and i'm still having the pain but not as before now?
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If 3 steroid: injections have not improved symptoms, you should speak with your provider about physical therapy and potential surgical intervention if symptoms become worse.
Answered 6/12/2016
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