Cauda Equina Syndrome Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
2. Pain in Legs
As mentioned, patients with cauda equina syndrome will often experience quite considerable pain in the lower back. The discomfort does not stop there, however. For many patients with the condition, the pain will also be felt in their legs.
Some patients will experience pain in only one of their legs, but most of the time, the pain will be present in both. As with back pain, it can cause considerable discomfort for the patient and add to the negative impact on the patients quality of life. In many cases, it will cause pain for the patient even when they are at rest.
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