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On 10-11 I Had Emergency Surgery For A Perforated Viscus.

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Question : On 10-11 I had emergency surgery for a perforated viscus. I have been home now since 10-17. yesterday I started having pain in my left lower back into my side. I did sleep a lot that day so I wasn't sure if I slept on it wrong. but today pain is still here and when I take deep breaths it hurts more. is this something I should go to er about or does it sound like a strained/ pulled muscle..thanks..ps I am extremely tired but not sure if that is due to surgery. no pain or discharge when peeing
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Can be dehydration or muscle spasms.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
After a major surgery it is common to have such muscle pains due to dehydration or muscle pain or spasms . This can be related to the effect of anaesthetic medications and an electrolyte imbalance. Muscle pull can also cause such a pain. It is best to take rest and do a hot compress ion the area. You can also apply volini gel in the area for relief. In case the pain is intense or persistent then do attend an ER and get some oral muscle relaxants prescribed for relief.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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On 10-11 I Had Emergency Surgery For A Perforated Viscus.

Brief Answer: Can be dehydration or muscle spasms. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for posting your query. After a major surgery it is common to have such muscle pains due to dehydration or muscle pain or spasms . This can be related to the effect of anaesthetic medications and an electrolyte imbalance. Muscle pull can also cause such a pain. It is best to take rest and do a hot compress ion the area. You can also apply volini gel in the area for relief. In case the pain is intense or persistent then do attend an ER and get some oral muscle relaxants prescribed for relief. I hope this answers your query. In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out. For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal Wishing you good health. Regards. Dr. Praveen Tayal.