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Ive had pain from my buttocks to calf for over a year. on and off happens when i exercise too much or if i stopped exercising for a while. how can i avoid from happening. seems like sciatica but i have no idea. doctor just sends ibuprofen. both legs?

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Dr. Dora Chizea answered

Specializes in Anti-Aging Medicine

Need to be evaluated: Buttocks to calf pain that comes on and off for one year in a young person only 26 y/o need to be evaluated more attentively. Will be a good idea to see PCP or Orthopedic Consult for a good medical History, Physical, Imaging studies if indicate and more.

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Answered 11/11/2019

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A member asked:

Ive had pain from my buttocks to calf for over a year. on and off happens when i exercise too much or if i stopped exercising for a while. how can i avoid from happening. seems like sciatica but i have no idea. doctor just sends ibuprofen. both legs?

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Dr. Dora Chizea answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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