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What Can I Do To Treat Severe Joint Pain In The Shoulders, Lower Back And Legs?
Hello, i ve recently given up alcohol (3 months ago) after drinking heavily over ten years, i feel very good overall, however i am suffering quite severe joint pain, shoulders, lower back and legs, (upper, knees and ankles) could you tell me if this is normal and part of the recovery and if so what i can do to help heal. Thank you, Jason.
Tue, 25 Sep 2018
Hi,
It could be due to arthritis.
As of now, you can consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. You might require an MRI scan also.
As of now, you can take analgesics like Tramadol for pain relief.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
It could be due to arthritis.
As of now, you can consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. You might require an MRI scan also.
As of now, you can take analgesics like Tramadol for pain relief.
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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