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Pain in upper left buttock. feel tightness all the time like cramp. what is it?
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I assume there has been no recent injury or strain.Two possibilities come to mind. Ischial bursitis or sciatica caused by a bulging intervertebral disc of the lower spine or a spur pressing on a nerve root emanating from the lower spine. The bursitis may resolve on its own. Avoid prolonged sitting on hard objects. Is your automobile seat comfortable? Take anti-inflammatory meds for both possibili
Answered 8/14/2021
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