The other possibility is spinal stenosis. This is caused by pressure on the spinal cord in the lower back due to a congenitally small opening in the spinal canal. Regarding your erections, have your blood supply to your legs checked first. The lack of erections are probably due to a similar problem. The most common reason is trauma or inactivity.
Clots following a fractured leg or immobilization of the leg for any reason are relatively common.
In a thirty year old there are also several syndromes which are inherited in families. A complete evaluation by a physician will be necessary to check the blood for the known causes of inherited tendencies to clot. Also, once a person has one clot-the damage caused to the venous system will markedly increase the tendency for a second clot. Back to Drug InfoNet Home Page. Back to Doctor FAQ main page.