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Having Copd Gout And Bad Carpel Tunnal, Back Pain, Leg Partial Numb And Painful. Suggestion
hi i am 53 year old female i have a horrible painful back condition and have had treatment on and off but due to program cuts i cannot see a physician without cash upfront. this is quite scary because my left leg is partial numb and its also painful to do anything. also have copd gout and real bad carpel tunnal. can you offer any suggestions.
Mon, 3 Jun 2013
With multiple pains surest way to have some relief by doing hot fomentation , application of anti-inflammatory creams locally and some anti-inflammatory medicines such as diclofenac sodium 50mg Thrice a day after meals till you get appointment for investigations by a clinician/ orthopedician.
Avoid lifting heavy things, forward bending, and wear a lumbar belt or brace available in the markets
Avoid lifting heavy things, forward bending, and wear a lumbar belt or brace available in the markets
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