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I get sharp pains that start from my buttock and shoot down my leg. pain in back . sharp pains in my head could this be caused by my sacral dimple ???

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Dr. John Lochemesanswered

Orthopedic Surgery 35 years experience

Unlikely: It's possible the back has a pinched nerve in it. That would explain the connection to the lower back.

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