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Is There Any Relation Between Excess Alcohol Consumption And Joint Pain?

Hi, I m a 24 year old male who has suffered with joint and lower back pain for 6 years. The back pain stems from a slipped disc and can sometimes be debilitating to the point of being immobile. I m not typically a heavy drinker, only drinking on special occasions but I have noticed over the last year or so that the back and joint pain are far, far worse after heavy drinking. I d like to know if there is any correlation between excess alcohol consumption and joint pain?
Fri, 19 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.Alcohol consumption increases back and joint pains by increasing lactic acid accumulation in tissues.I think your query answered.Welcome to any follow up query.
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Is There Any Relation Between Excess Alcohol Consumption And Joint Pain?

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.Alcohol consumption increases back and joint pains by increasing lactic acid accumulation in tissues.I think your query answered.Welcome to any follow up query.