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A 36-year-old male asked:

Doc told me yesterday i have piriformis syndrome (part scatica). but could it be fibromyalgia. how long are the return to normal?

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Dr. Bernard Seif
Dr. Bernard Seifanswered
Clinical Psychology 41 years experience
Pain: Whatever the name or cause, your pain needs to be be treated. This will determine how quickly it is resolved. He/she may prescribe physical therapy or other thiings. Your history mentions obesity. That is a factor as well. Peace and good health.
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