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What Causes Intense Leg Pain During Sleep?
Hi. I recently had an epidural to relieve lower back pain caused by 8mm bulged disc L5/S1. While back pain subsided somewhat, now I have intense leg pain especially while sitting for long periods or when sleeping, sometimes resulting in jerking spasms. Very painful; currently taking Zanaflex to help me get to sleep. Seeing my doctor today. Would like to relieve the pain without surgery if possible. Would another epidural help or is my bulge too large?
Mon, 27 Oct 2014
without an exam, I can only give general information, and while it can be a sign of serious spinal disease that would be present on exam (weakness, neurological problems). the much more common RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME would have a normal examination. Several new meds for it.
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