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I recently gave birth naturally and had an epidural however 30+ days later, i still have severe back pain and my left leg is dragging. i am at my wits end with the pain.

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Discuss with your : doctor, as this is unusual, may need imaging studies, and also physical therapy. Anesthesia doctor should be consulted as well.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/7/2019

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A member asked:

I recently gave birth naturally and had an epidural however 30+ days later, i still have severe back pain and my left leg is dragging. i am at my wits end with the pain.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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