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Suggest Treatment For Severe Pain In The Tail Bone Area
Question: I woke up with an acute pain in my tailbone several days ago like I fell in the ice but have not fallen or bruised it externally? It is difficult to sit bend very painful. I am at a loss as to what may have happened. I am fit and work ou regularly but have have not worked out since I woke up with this.
Brief Answer:
Few possible causes
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.
This can be caused by deep perianal or ischiorectal abscesses or neuropathy. You should see surgeon and neurologist, do xrays and ultrasond to rule out abscesses which should be drained if required. Till that, try to sit on soft materials, take ibuprofen and rest.
Wish you good health. Regards
Few possible causes
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.
This can be caused by deep perianal or ischiorectal abscesses or neuropathy. You should see surgeon and neurologist, do xrays and ultrasond to rule out abscesses which should be drained if required. Till that, try to sit on soft materials, take ibuprofen and rest.
Wish you good health. Regards
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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