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Suggest Treatment For Severe Waist Pain While On Prednisone

I had back waist pain since last 10 years. I am 77 years old. I am diabetic & high-pressure. Last four days in the morning 5 o clock I am totally unable to go rest-room even I could not stand on my feet. sever pain on the right side on the lower portion of waist to opposite side of knee. I could not move the right leg in any position. I applied heating pad, apply Voltaren Gel, take 1 Prednisone 20 mg, lots of exercise then after 3hours I am able to walk.
Tue, 22 Jan 2019
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Hello,

As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief.

If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Waist Pain While On Prednisone

Hello, As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician