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Theoretical Question...

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nickalvar
nickalvar

If a nerve in the body that was compressed or obstructed in some way, and the results of it caused moderate complete body weakness, what is your guys theory on where that nerve might be located?

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  • terry62719
    terry62719 nickalvar

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    I've been told I've got L4 and L5 disc degeneration but they think I've got a trapped nerve in my right thigh I have muscle atrophy in my calf muscle it's nearly all gone I can't lift my self up on my right foot (toe lift) now my right bum is reducing in size also it is twitching all the time. I've been to see a professor in London had MRI. And pet/ct scan but now waiting for results and to hear back from them. I'm almost suicidal with all this honestly nerve/ muscle pain is terrible isn't it constant ,,,, 

    • Patient
      Patient terry62719

      Posted

      Hi terry62719

      We note from a recent post which you have made to our forum that you may be experiencing thoughts around self-harm. If we have misinterpreted your comments then we apologies for contacting you directly. But if you are having such thoughts then please note that you are not alone in this, and there are people out there that can help.

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