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I had spinal fusion surgery 2014 and now i have tingling in my left inner thigh /outside left lower thigh just above the knee/ pain in buttocks.
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Be seen: I would not hesitate to be seen. It can be related to your previous surgical site, or sometimes it is another level in the spine, or it could potentially not even be spine related. A thorough exam and appropriate studies would likely determine the cause.
Answered 2/8/2021
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Possible: Sciatica. Get evaluated by your PCP or neurosurgeon
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