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Here are the possible conditions based on your answers:

Ischial Bursitis

Ischial bursitis, also called ischiogluteal bursitis or “weaver’s bottom,” is a condition that causes pain in the buttocks. It’s caused by inflammation of the ischial bursae, the fluid-filled sacs that reduce friction between the hamstring muscles and the bony prominence of the pelvis that you sit o

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Piriformis Syndrome

Piriformis syndrome is a rare pain disorder that involves the narrow piriformis muscles located on either side of the upper buttocks. The muscle’s primary purpose is to rotate the hip externally — i.e. turning the hip so the knee points away from the other leg. The sciatic nerve is a large nerve that runs from the lower back down the back of the legs. In most people the sciatic nerve passes behind the piriformis, but in some it goes through the piriformis. If the piriformis presses on the sciatic nerve, the nerve can become compromised, resulting in severe pain.

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Coccydynia

Coccydynia refers to pain and inflammation at the tip of the coccyx. Also called the tailbone, the coccyx is located at the end of the spine and is one of the bones that make up the pelvis. Coccydynia causes pain and tenderness in between the buttocks in the area of the tailbone.

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We suggested this condition because you mentioned these symptoms:

This is not a medical diagnosis. If you are in extreme pain, please dial 911 or go to emergency.

Where does it hurt?

Back

How did you hurt it?

Fall from a height

Are you limping?

No

Is your hip stiff?

No

Do you need to see a doctor?

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