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    Sep 24, 2013, 10:18 PM
    Do I have sciatica?
    I am a 22 year old female and I work in a restaurant that has concrete floors. I have severe back pain most days when I get home from work. The pain is on the left side of my lower back and extends down my buttock. It is hard to walk after working for more than a few hours. It is also hard for me to sit on the floor because it hurts so bad. I feel like I am too young to be having back pain this severe. Anyone have any ideas as to what it is or how I can make it better. I have taken muscle relaxers for it and they really don't help much other than to make me tired.
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    Sep 25, 2013, 01:30 AM
    There are dozens of medical reasons, you need to go to a doctor and be examined and find out what the problem is.
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    Sep 25, 2013, 05:03 AM
    A good guess is indeed sciatica.
    Get some really good nurse's shoes with lots of padding and soft soles.
    Put a damp washcloth between your back and a heating pad at night.
    Change arms at work for carrying so that you don't favor one side.
    See a doctor or ask a chiropractor for one free consultation.
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