After scouring the internet for more information on the weird pain on the left side of bum to calf, it seems like I have found the answer-- Sciatica. After what I have read on this topic, I am almost fully convinced that this is it cos I am have the 'cause' (i.e. prior back injury) as well as the 'symptoms'.
Sciatica Symptoms
The most common symptom from sciatica is pain. Most people describe a deep, severe pain that starts low on one side of the back and then shoots down the buttock and the leg with certain movements. Sciatica can also cause hip pain.
- The pain is usually worse with both prolonged sitting and standing. Frequently, the pain is made worse by standing from a low sitting position, such as standing up after sitting on a toilet seat.
- In most people, the pain is made worse by sneezing, coughing, laughing, or a hard bowel movement. Bending backward can also make the pain worse.
- You may also notice a weakness in your leg or foot, along with the pain. The weakness may become so bad you can't move your foot.
Unfortunately the pain is not getting any better... I was initially hoping that it'd go away on its own after a few days. Since I will be seeing Dr Anu in less than 3 hours, so I will ask her about it (and see if she agrees with my self prognosis). Above all, I am more excited to see little bun on the scan later. Praying hard that the pregnancy is progressing as it should.
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