Mystery pain

[Brina423]

I have a very bad lower pain on my right lower back wen I walk or move it takes my breath went to er and gave me fentanyl n the iv and that did not work and they did a ctscan dr said they found nothing the doctor said and sent me home but whatever it is is back my hydrocodone 10 mg and filexaril isn’t helping so what is it that’s causing me not to walk or even move ?

[Hidden]

Hi

I'm so sorry you are struggling. Ask your Dr to refer you for an MRI , that's how I was diagnosed with degeneration of the facet joint. Take care Lynne

[Brina423 in reply to Hidden]

Yes the er I went too don’t do mri they don’t have a machine for it so imma ask my gp doctor and go

[BadHare]

Perhaps you need an MRI scan to find out what the issue is.

I have several spinal & other joint & muscle injuries. I have just invested in a larger infrared lamp, though the small one I’ve used for years (under £20/$20) was very beneficial, & helped more than medication alone. I also use Acupuncture regularly & acupressure daily as well as yoga & Pilates stretches. There are lots of Qi Gong videos available online with gentle movements that may help keep you moving with less pain.

[Brina423 in reply to BadHare]

Thank u for ur response I’m going to look into that lamp today see if amazon has one

[Konagirl60 in reply to BadHare]

What does the infrared light do? Thank you.

[BadHare in reply to Konagirl60]

It stimulates blood flow & cell repair, plus the deep heat is very pleasant & relaxing. I’d compare it to a weak acupuncture treatment.

[Konagirl60 in reply to BadHare]

Good to know.

[cyberbarn]

Have you actually read the CT scan report or seen the images? People are finding that when they do a Subject Access Request for their imaging reports and scans, they find that the information in the reports written by the radiologists aren't always passed on to the patients or their GPs. I had a hand x-ray 7 years ago that my GP was told 'nothing wrong' however when I got it recently it was clear that there were already osteophytes forming and a large lucency in one of my carpels (which has got bigger).

Having said that, do underestimate how painful a muscle spasm can be. It might be that, and something like a visit to an osteopath might sort it out. Or at the very least see a physio.

[Konagirl60]

I can’t believe you’re taking 10mg Hydrocodone and not getting any relief of pain. I couldn’t tolerate that medicine due to severe side effects. A 5 mg tablet put me to sleep. We all respond differently to medications. I believe what you’re saying.

My concern though, it is very very constipating. Are you able to have good bowel movements every day? If not, it could be a bowel problem?

The acitaminophen is NOT good for your platelets. Be careful.

I agree, imaging needs to be done. You need an MRI for sure.

Can you describe the pain. Do you feel electrocuted? Do feel a burning sensation?

Does it feel like you are being pricked? Does the pain radiate from your lower right back to anywhere else? Can you sleep?

Could a physiotherapist help you find out what’s wrong? Have you been to see a PT yet? It was a PT who knew which nerve was causing my acute pain. Good luck.

[Brina423 in reply to Konagirl60]

Hey yes the pain feels like a knife being stabbed n my side and it takes my breath away I been on hydrocodone for a year or two so body is used too it and yes I poo everyday 3 or four times so no problem there in less it’s ibs then that’s a whole other issue my hone health nurse came I showed her the problem and she said it’s probably a muscle spasms so I’m taking the hydrocodone n flexilarel (not sure of spelling) and The pain did go down a lil but I have to stay on top of it thank u for reply btw

[Konagirl60]

Look up hip labral tear on the Net. Do you ever feel your hip clicking or giving way?

I think you should see a PT if only once for feedback. They know the anatomy of the hip. Perhaps find one that specializes in hips.

Glad I could help. You’re welcome.