Is it dangerous to have a pinched nerve for a long time?

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Is it dangerous to have a pinched nerve for a long time?

I've been having lower back problems for the longest...a month ago I threw out my back again and this time my left foot fell asleep due to a pinched nerve.

2006-09-15 07:24:26 · 2 answers · asked by fespinal4444 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care

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It can cause permant nerve damage and leave you with numbness and pain

2006-09-15 07:28:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

yes, the muscles can lose their strength and you could have difficulty walking.
Also, left untreated it could damage a nerve and lead to paralysis.

2006-09-15 14:32:40 · answer #2 · answered by mindbender - seeker of truth 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋