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Suggest Treatment For Severe Back Pain
I was just released from the hospital, after a 4 day stay. Tests performed CTA, EKG, Tilt test, Chest x-ray, tons of bloodwork. Healthy heart but Tilt test stopped 8 minutes in due to bp dropping to 80/0. I have upper back pain between my shoulder blades.. pressure, numbness, tingling and pain. The doctor ordered an MRI of the thoracic area, unfortunately after trying twice I could not handle being inside the 60cm bore. I was released to follow up with my PCP for an open MRI. What is causing the back symptoms if I have a healthy heart? YYYY@YYYY
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Fri, 22 Jul 2016
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Hello,
It could be a spine-related problem like a prolapsed disc or nerve compression.
As first-line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedic and plan for an MRI scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
It could be a spine-related problem like a prolapsed disc or nerve compression.
As first-line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedic and plan for an MRI scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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