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Diagnosed With Afib, Bilateral Stints In Legs. Has Bad Cold. On Antibiotics. Take Hydrocodone For Back Pain Caused By Coughing?
Wife is 63 y/o w/f with afib , bilateral stints in legs. Has a really bad cold, for which local doctor placed her on antibiotics (Zpack, Bactrim ) but overlooked anything for congestion or cough. Has been coughing for past three days, not very productive, and the cough has led to severe low back pain (muscle strain, I guess). Is afraid to take NSAIDs, but has access to Hydrocodone w/APAP, from prior dental work. Is there anything she could take for the back pain?
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The back as you have described seems to be due to a muscle spasm. In addition to the NSAIDs, regular hot fomentation and oral muscle relaxants will help[ in decreasing the symptoms. She can apply a local analgesic gel over the area.
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Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
The back as you have described seems to be due to a muscle spasm. In addition to the NSAIDs, regular hot fomentation and oral muscle relaxants will help[ in decreasing the symptoms. She can apply a local analgesic gel over the area.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
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