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question:i am 39 5'11'' and 222lbs and my back randomly started hurting on friday and i thought that it was a kidney stone and today i think it cracked because i heard a noise and fe,t the pain and i can barely walk now or even move what could that be? i also had knee surgery when i was 4 and had 3 kids but nothing else
answer:Hi,Your pain is most probably due to a pinched nerve. But the cause of the nerve compression needs to be evaluated by doing a MRI scan of your lower back. If it is extremely painful to even move you need to discuss it with your spine specialist as it could be a vertebral compression fracture. This can be easily treated when under the care of good surgeon. So I urge you to see a spine surgeon and get it looked after.
question:I have had back pain on both sides at my waistline, that raps around each side for the past couple of days. Breathing deep causes the pain to increase. Aspirin and the heating pad help a little, and the pain is different than an aching back caused by overuse. The pain feels internal, if that makes sense. Just wondering how long I should wait before seeing doctor.
answer:Hi,Your pain might probably be from a pinched nerve. When you take a deep breath the abdominal pressure increases causing increased compression of the nerves, which in turn causes the pain. If the pain is not relieved by taking over-the-counter meds or if it is increasing in severity or if you experience new symptoms like pain going to your thighs and down the leg along with numbness, you should see a spine specialist. There is no exact time frame that can be foretold as the symptoms are subjective to change. It always helps to get a baseline MRI and follow it up if the symptoms change for the worse. Hope this answers your question.
question:The right lower back side of my body has been swollen and in pain for several days now. I ice it down 2 or 3 times a day and before I go to bed I put icy hot cream on it. It still bothers me later on. I thought maybe it s a sprain or pulled muscle but idk . I know it s hurts when I bend over and it has been this way for 3 days already.
answer:Hi,At the moment, the swelling along with lower back pain make me think of pilonidal abscess. However a detailed examination by a physician will help to distinguish that pain from the one that happens after a pinched nerve or a sprained muscle. To help with the pain you can also use over-the-counter Tylenol provided there are no contraindications or allergy to it. You also will need to avoid bending forward excessively or carrying heavy weights.
question:HI i am 52 hight 4ft 11in 11stone 11 lb i have had my throyed removed in november 2010 i cant seem to loos waight tired all the time i am on 100 mg per day i dont think it is enought but the doc said my bloods are fine. since i put on waight i have lower back pain and it is going into the top of my legs is there anney thing i can do thank you
answer:Hi,The pain can be managed with pain medications like Tylenol, Advil initially. But a comprehensive plan would be to lose weight through exercise and strengthening of back muscles. You will need to see a physical therapist initially and avoid lifting heavy weights. If it still hasn't helped I suggest you see a spine specialist and get a MRI done of your back. Depending on the findings appropriate steps can be taken.
question:a week before christmas i had severe lower back pain with severe pain waistline below belly button... i couldnt sit and finally had to go to the bathroom...there i was in so much pain(embarrassed but) i was wiping and something slid out onto my hand which was a huge blood clot. almost instantly the pain somewhat subsided. can you tell me what this may have been?
answer:Hi,The symptoms you have been describing are classical of an external hemorrhoid. You need to consult with a general surgeon and get it looked at. There are a few preventive measures you need to take meanwhile like increasing more fiber in your diet. The more fiber you take the lesser will the inflammation in the bowel be and it is also known to decrease the itching in the perineal area. Also you can have sitz baths more frequently. There are commercially available tubs for that purpose which will help in alleviating the pain. Hope this has answered your question.
question:I have had a high tempof 39.5 for the past 6 days taking pamol every 4 hours. My temp will drop but rise again at the end of the 4 hour period. My lower back is sore and have slight chest pains. I feel run down. Have taken a couple of days of work which is out of the norm for me
answer:Hi,From history it seems that there might be having viral fever giving rise generalized weakness, body ache and malaise giving this problem.If fever persisted for longer time, go for complete blood test to find out the cause of having fever.Meanwhile continue with pain medicine as needed.Take plenty of water and liquids.Ok and take care.