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Can Constipation Cause Pinched Nerves In Back And Lower Leg?
Question: Can constipation cause pinched nerves in back and down leg?
Brief Answer:
Constipation increases symptoms of nerve compression
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Only constipation doesn't leads to pinched nerves but disc prolapse leading to compression of nerve roots is aggravated by coughing, straining due to constipation.
Is there any imaging of spine done?
Any weakness in lower limbs, sensation loss or urinary complains?
Physiotherapy and pain modulator drugs like pregabalin or amitryptiline or gabapentin may be used.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Constipation increases symptoms of nerve compression
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Only constipation doesn't leads to pinched nerves but disc prolapse leading to compression of nerve roots is aggravated by coughing, straining due to constipation.
Is there any imaging of spine done?
Any weakness in lower limbs, sensation loss or urinary complains?
Physiotherapy and pain modulator drugs like pregabalin or amitryptiline or gabapentin may be used.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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