Colon and Leg Pain: Are they related?

Posted by lotsofpain @lotsofpain, Feb 22 5:00pm

When my colon really aches my leg and ankle do too today I could barely walk . My GP says the are unrelated ??

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A neurologists can give some insight to why your condtion exists.

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If you are otherwise healthy and limber and strong -- able to do brisk walk and many flights of steps -- depends on your age for sure -- in my case I can do 12 stories with the last 5 to 6 panting at top level in an 8 decade old frame -- the a consultation is in order. Of course general healthful habits are critical as in whole foods stress magmnt and good sleep. Wish u luck!

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That might be related to sciatica. I'd get that checked out by a spine surgeon.

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Good question for your neighborhood Neurologist.

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Your nerves from your lower spine run pretty close to distal parts of your GU and GI systems. I know when I encounter GI gas in my colon it can and on occasion affects my leg nerves and I get shooting pain. Same may hold true with a full bladder for some. Women who’ve born children may encounter more symptoms due to effects of childbirth on their bodies.

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