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Has anyone developed a pinched sciatic nerve following the hysterectomy and brachytherapy?

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Knoxville, TN

Stage 1b, grade 2 Uterus, ovaries, and tubes removed, followed about 7 weeks later with 3 brachytherapy treatments. Pain in right leg and difficulty in walking began a week later. It continues 6 weeks later. I’m being treated by orthopedic chiropractor. I’ve read it can be a rare effect of the surgery or brachytherapy, but not usually this soon. Has anyone else had this experience?

March 23
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Has anyone developed a pinched sciatic nerve following hysterectomy and brachytherapy?

While nerve-related pain after these treatments isn't commonly discussed in typical recovery information, it's important to know that radical hysterectomy can affect nerves in the pelvic area. The surgery can impact nerves controlling Show Full Answer

Has anyone developed a pinched sciatic nerve following hysterectomy and brachytherapy?

While nerve-related pain after these treatments isn't commonly discussed in typical recovery information, it's important to know that radical hysterectomy can affect nerves in the pelvic area. The surgery can impact nerves controlling the bladder and potentially other nearby nerves, which might contribute to leg pain or discomfort.

Recovery from hysterectomy typically takes 4-6 weeks, and brachytherapy side effects can develop within two weeks of treatment. Since you're experiencing pain 6 weeks after brachytherapy (and about 13 weeks post-surgery), this falls within a timeframe where treatment-related effects can still emerge.

Common side effects after brachytherapy include:
* Vaginal bleeding and discharge
* Pain while urinating
* Diarrhea
* Radiation vaginitis

It's good that you're working with an orthopedic chiropractor. However, make sure to keep your cancer care team informed about this leg pain and walking difficulty. They need to know about any new or bothersome symptoms after treatment, as they can help determine if this is treatment-related and coordinate your care appropriately.

Your experience may be uncommon, but staying in close communication with both your cancer team and current provider will help ensure you get the right support.

March 23

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