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Can Colitis Cause Back Ache?

Hi, Im 25yr old female, suffer from ulcerative colitis since 2007, last flare up April 2011, currently taking 4grams pentasa daily and probiotics. Recently experiencing lower back pain, feels almost like my bones aching. Could this be due to my colitis?
Tue, 23 Sep 2014
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Hi,Welcome to healthcare magic.After going through your query I think you are suffering from chronic backache.Treatment of back pain is exercises and analgesics (diclofenac SR). Sometimes strong analgesic(such as ultracet three times a day after meals) is required.Consulting with treating doctor is advised. Sometimes vitamin D deficiency is the cause so get your vitamin D checked .If it is low then vitamin D supplementation( weekly with milk) can be taken.Avoid long continuous standing.Sit in a straight posture.Eat milk, fruits and green leafy vegetables daily. This could be due to your colitis as colitis can cause nutrition deficiency.You need to done MRI TO RULE OUT other causes. I think your query answered
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Can Colitis Cause Back Ache?

Hi,Welcome to healthcare magic.After going through your query I think you are suffering from chronic backache.Treatment of back pain is exercises and analgesics (diclofenac SR). Sometimes strong analgesic(such as ultracet three times a day after meals) is required.Consulting with treating doctor is advised. Sometimes vitamin D deficiency is the cause so get your vitamin D checked .If it is low then vitamin D supplementation( weekly with milk) can be taken.Avoid long continuous standing.Sit in a straight posture.Eat milk, fruits and green leafy vegetables daily. This could be due to your colitis as colitis can cause nutrition deficiency.You need to done MRI TO RULE OUT other causes. I think your query answered