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Throbbing Pulse. On Medication For Sciatica. MRI Scan Showed Possible Spinal Stenosis. Advice
I woke up in bed night before last and noticed that the pulse on my left wrist was throbbing. I have checked it on a few occasions since and it remains throbbing. My blood pulse when I took it was about 80 - normally it is about mid to upper 60s. The pulse throbbing remains visible. I am currently on a lot of medication for sciatica and wonder if this could be the cause. I am also continuing to have a lot of pain re the sciatica which an MRI scan has revealed to most likely be spinal stenosis - bone spurs pressing on the nerves at the base of my spine. Should I contact my Doctor about the pulse issue?
Fri, 7 Jun 2013
Hello,
Your pulse rate as per your count is 80/Mt. Normal count rate is 72/Mt. Count rate can be enhanced in so many conditions - smoking, anemia, fever, stress, anxiety, worry and so many causes. Throbbing may be due to the increased volume by lowering peripheral resistance.
Otherwise 80/mt do not produce any symptoms.
The problem in the spine is not a dangerous sign (slow progressive problems) and do not warrant for immediate surgery as you don't have the extension of pain to your lower limbs. A few changes in your life and work style and sleeping without pillows, some physiotherapy and medications will relieve the pain. I don't understand why too much of medications for your spine problem. Anyhow whatever I have expressed is my opinion. You have to discuss with a Neuro surgeon for the treatment of your spine problem.
Regarding your throbbing pulse take an ECG and necessary blood test to evaluate your cardio vascular system and treat accordingly.
I wish you a speedy recovery
With warmest regards
Your pulse rate as per your count is 80/Mt. Normal count rate is 72/Mt. Count rate can be enhanced in so many conditions - smoking, anemia, fever, stress, anxiety, worry and so many causes. Throbbing may be due to the increased volume by lowering peripheral resistance.
Otherwise 80/mt do not produce any symptoms.
The problem in the spine is not a dangerous sign (slow progressive problems) and do not warrant for immediate surgery as you don't have the extension of pain to your lower limbs. A few changes in your life and work style and sleeping without pillows, some physiotherapy and medications will relieve the pain. I don't understand why too much of medications for your spine problem. Anyhow whatever I have expressed is my opinion. You have to discuss with a Neuro surgeon for the treatment of your spine problem.
Regarding your throbbing pulse take an ECG and necessary blood test to evaluate your cardio vascular system and treat accordingly.
I wish you a speedy recovery
With warmest regards
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