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A member asked:

Could my lp shunt have caused the sciatic nerve to be inflamed or encourage it to continue? ive had terribly severe sciatica pain for two months now!

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L.p. shunt: Since spinal nerve irritation is listed as a possible problem with lp shunts, I would ask an expert who places these shunts whether sciatic nerve irritation could occur in your case. A neurosurgeon is best qualified to answer your question.

Answered 7/9/2018

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