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Severe Scoliosis. Pain In Arm, Lethargic. Undergone Kidney Transplant. Taking Tacrolimus, Prednisolne, Mycrophenolate. Suggestions?
hi, im 28 with severe scoliosis . lately ive been getting terrible aches in my right arm. it feels like ive been hit on the forearm (i havent) my whole arm seems lethargic too. i also had a kidney transplant 18 months ago, im taking tacrolimus, prednisolne, mycrophenolate, amlodipine , asprin, any advice would be very welcomed please.
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Hi ,
it seems that you are having pain in forearm with weakness .
This indicates neurological problem due the severe spinal problem.
so consult a Neurologist.
You may be required to do some imaging studies of spine.
Avoid over the counter painkillers .If req use mmedications safe for the kidney.
Take care
it seems that you are having pain in forearm with weakness .
This indicates neurological problem due the severe spinal problem.
so consult a Neurologist.
You may be required to do some imaging studies of spine.
Avoid over the counter painkillers .If req use mmedications safe for the kidney.
Take care
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