Bowel issues
Many studies have shown that sciatic pain can lead to irritable bowel syndrome or IBS. This happens when the nerve sac in your lower spine gets compressed due to many issues. The compression could result in many issues such as progressive numbness and weakness in the hip and crotch, crippling pain in the stomach, or loss of your bowel control. Keep in mind that this symptom can be very uncommon, but when it does happen, it is typically a medical emergency. Therefore, it is important to contact your doctor as soon as you notice these signs. While there is not a single or specific treatment for IBS and sciatica, many available treatments can alleviate these symptoms. Also, you can try some complementary treatments such as mind-body techniques or acupuncture to speed up the healing process. [12]
