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Neurology (Expert Forum)
orthopedic or nuerologest?
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orthopedic or nuerologest?
by huntr, Jul 08, 2003 12:00AM
i have pain in my right shoulder down to my right thumb with loss of power in my arm and hand, about 3 weeks ago i felt a pain in my right side of my butt cheek,now there is pain thru my leg and into my right foot. also when i take a deeep breath the pain goes down my leg, also when i sneeze it feels like someone stabbed me with an ice pick in the back of my leg, all this pain but my back feels fine. ps in 1986 i had back surgery thank you floyd
Doctor's Answer
by CCF-Neuro-M.D.-CS, Jul 08, 2003 12:00AM
The symptoms you are describing could be related to a disc problem within your spine, but there are other disorders which can affect the peripheral nervous system. I would recommend seeing a neurologist who can assess where in the nervous system your problem is. The neurologist can then order the appropriate tests and refer to a surgeon if needed. If the symptoms in your arm are less then 2 weeks old you should start by seeing your primary care doctor as soon as possible. If this is a disc problem you may benefit from an anti-inflammatory medication that your docotr could prescribe.
Member Comments (2)
by fabergre, Aug 02, 2003 12:00AM
Just thought I might recommend a more conservative approach of trying a chiropractor for a short time to see if this helps.
