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Have Pain In The Right Leg, Had Kidney Transplant. Have Broken The Back. Cure For Symptoms?
63 year old male severe inter pain right side lasting more than two month, right lower leg remover 2009, kidney transplant jan 13, broke back 4 places in april 2013 repaired in may 2013, pain feels like a knife turning, gall blater is good, liver is good, heart and lungs good, new kidney is working good. doctors can`t find cause or cure for pain unless patient is sleeping.
Mon, 1 Jul 2013
Hello dear,
The recipients of organ transplants are put on lifelong corticosteroids and other immuno-supressants to prevent transplant rejection.
The steroids are known to weaken the bone, which explains the cause of broken back at 4 places.
Regarding the pain, it can be attributed to:
1. Hypocalcemia- calcium is essential for nerve conduction & decreased level of calcium can cause such symptoms.
2. Dietary deficiency of nutrients like Vit B6, Vit B12 & Folic acid, etc,
3. Stress & hyperventilation
4. Inadequate hydration status & electrolyte imbalance in the body
Symptomatic relief can be obtained by intake of multi vitamins & calcium supplements.
However, if symptoms still persist, kindly consult your Physician for a proper clinical examination.
Investigations like complete blood count & nerve conduction studies will be helpful.
Wishing a good health.
Take care.
The recipients of organ transplants are put on lifelong corticosteroids and other immuno-supressants to prevent transplant rejection.
The steroids are known to weaken the bone, which explains the cause of broken back at 4 places.
Regarding the pain, it can be attributed to:
1. Hypocalcemia- calcium is essential for nerve conduction & decreased level of calcium can cause such symptoms.
2. Dietary deficiency of nutrients like Vit B6, Vit B12 & Folic acid, etc,
3. Stress & hyperventilation
4. Inadequate hydration status & electrolyte imbalance in the body
Symptomatic relief can be obtained by intake of multi vitamins & calcium supplements.
However, if symptoms still persist, kindly consult your Physician for a proper clinical examination.
Investigations like complete blood count & nerve conduction studies will be helpful.
Wishing a good health.
Take care.
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