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What Causes Back Pain, Numbness And Weakness In Legs?
I have pain in the center of my back which radiates around both sides, I also have severe pain in my lower back causing numbness, pain, and weakness in my legs. My doctor says I need to quit smoking and strengthen my core muscles and all my pain will go away
Mon, 18 Nov 2019
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to sciatica pain. Sciatica, which is caused by a pinched nerve in the lower back, is pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve. I suggest to do an X-ray for further evaluation. Meanwhile, I agree with your doctor that you should do regular exercise, especially gentle stretching exercises.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to sciatica pain. Sciatica, which is caused by a pinched nerve in the lower back, is pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve. I suggest to do an X-ray for further evaluation. Meanwhile, I agree with your doctor that you should do regular exercise, especially gentle stretching exercises.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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