Suggest Remedy For Severe Pain In Leg And Back Caused By A Slipped Disc

Posted on Thu, 12 Nov 2015

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Question : I have a slipped disc in my back but for 2 days I have had severe pain in my calf & now pins & needles in my right leg hard to move in agony endone 3 not helping. and I have very sharp pain in my right side I do have a hernia though

Answered by Dr. Dr. Sudhir Kumar (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
You are likely to be having pain due to acute disc prolapse ( slip disc)

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query

I'm Dr Sudhir Kumar

I have gone through your query and understand your concern.Your pain is due to acute disc prolapse.You are likely to get benefitted by rest and analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. If pain is not relieved by this analgesic then strong analgesic such as tramadol can be useful. Mecobalamin is useful in neuralgic pain such as burning etc.
Position of rest is lateral position with both hip and knee flexed.

You can discuss with your doctor about it.

Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then I will be happy to help you.

Wishing you a good health.
Take care.

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