it started with my lower back now the pain is in my left leg from the hip on down to my feet it feels numb and painful to walk when i stand from siting it really is painful and numb i have had all test done for my heart i'am presently takeing high blood pressure pill's have been on them for a very long time i also have a irregular heart beat can this be my heart? or poor cirulation problem/
2006-07-13 06:33:04 · 14 answers · asked by mishoney 4 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Heart Diseases
This sounds like sciatica, which is nerve pain caused by pressure on the sciatic nerve in your back (from a bulging disk in your spine -- a "slipped disk" -- or from other back injuries). The fact you are also experiencing numbness suggests to me that your sciatica is pretty severe. You should see a doctor -- physical therapy can make a HUGE difference in this condition, and anti-inflammatories and other medications and help as well. You don't need to keep suffering!
2006-07-13 06:38:19 · answer #1 · answered by Meg 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Depends on your age but it could be a dessicated disc, bulging disc or herniated disc in your lower spine (lumbar).
You need to get an MRI and x-rays to confirm this.
When vertebrae in your lower back are out of alignment or the soft cushion fluid disc between the vertebrae start pressing against the spinal chord you feel the symptoms you describe in your lower extremities.
A good orthopedist will be able to diagnose this and recommend the best treatment. Get a referral from your doctor.
Best of luck.
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2006-07-13 13:44:30 · answer #2 · answered by Kamikazeâ?ºKid 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it sounds like you have a major nerve being pinched.....this can be caused by an injury or a bone spur. it has nothing to do with your heart. i had a back injury that resulted in me having a lower lumbar strain that was pinching a nerve. i was on physical therapy for 3 wks....i had the same probs...leg hurting from hip to toes.....going numb..and such.......best to find a second opinion from a diff doc. i still have problems with my hip now, and its been almost 6 yrs. GOOD LUCK!!!!
2006-07-13 19:48:37 · answer #3 · answered by rotten2thecore247 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like a pinched nerve or maybe worse like a herniated disc.
In any case it is always best to get to your doctor or the emergency room and not YAHOO
2006-07-14 08:06:38 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you may have a herniated disk in your lower back. Sounds like you need an MRI. Go to your doctor before it gets worse.
2006-07-13 13:37:04 · answer #5 · answered by S 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This chronic pain may be caused by Sciatica caused by a vertebral disc. or pinched nerve. It may also be a side effect of an arthritic hip joint.
2006-07-13 17:17:05 · answer #6 · answered by Angelo R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i also have these problems i have sinus tachie cardia but the leg pain sounds more like R.L.S check it out with your Dr but also if he might agree that it is R.L.S then ask to be put on re-quip i take it and love it been almost a yr now since my legs hurt and were irritated.
2006-07-16 14:56:58 · answer #7 · answered by ldyshrek 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sciatic nerve? Mine would hurt the same way when I was pregnant. I wasn't taking any medications though....so yeah go check with your Dr.
2006-07-13 13:38:26 · answer #8 · answered by Miss Guided 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like your sciatic nerve is pinched . . see a chiropractor tp have spinal manipulations done . . I am currently going thru the same thing and the treatments have done wonders for me
2006-07-13 13:37:58 · answer #9 · answered by wfgrg15001 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds more like a nerve problem. I would go see the doctor.
I had a problem with nerves in my leg and it was a weight issue.
Best of Luck but please go see a doctor.
2006-07-13 13:38:18 · answer #10 · answered by John 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋