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Sciatic

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Often used in discussing symptoms related to nerve pain in the back and legs. SlideSciatic issues can cause difficulty in walking.
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Most common in medical contexts, so it might be unfamiliar to those outside healthcare. SlideThe MRI showed sciatic nerve compression.
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'Sciatic' shouldn't be used to describe general back pain, only when the sciatic nerve is involved. SlideHer sciatic condition was confirmed by a specialist.