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What Causes Severe Nerve Pain In The Hip Radiating Down Towards The Leg?

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Posted on Mon, 21 Aug 2017
Question: I have severe nerve pain in my left hip and radiates down my leg to my ankle. Would the drug called Neurontin 100 MG caps be helpful?

Would the drug called Neurontin be beneficial?
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Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
You can take the drug

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
There is a possibility of disc prolapse and nerve root compression.
Pain modulator drugs like pregabalin or amitriptyline or gabapentin can be helpful.
Neurontin will be helpful.
Visit to a neurologist for examination and further investigation.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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What Causes Severe Nerve Pain In The Hip Radiating Down Towards The Leg?

Brief Answer: You can take the drug Detailed Answer: Hello, I have gone through your question and understand your concern. There is a possibility of disc prolapse and nerve root compression. Pain modulator drugs like pregabalin or amitriptyline or gabapentin can be helpful. Neurontin will be helpful. Visit to a neurologist for examination and further investigation. Hope you found the answer helpful. Do get back to me for further information. Regards Dr N Kumar Neurologist