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What Are The Side Effects Of NAC And When To Take It?
I am to have MRI with contrast cervical and lumbar. What are the possible side effects? My physician has suggested I take NAC to help combat any effects. Can this be done with one injection at one time? When should the NAC be taken? I am 76 years old with sever back, spinal issues. Stenosis, 4 herniated discs etc. Martha
Fri, 6 May 2016
Hi,
Thank you for providing the brief history of you.
A thorough neuromuscular assessment is advised.
As You are 76 years old and also have severe back pain, stenosis, and herniated disc the MRI will help to understand the level of compression. Well, there will be no side effects of contrast MRI so just dont worry. Also for understanding the position of the stenosis is important if it is leading to any cord compression.
Also, with guided physical therapy like - therapeutic ultrasound therapy, TENS therapy and exercises the symptoms can be lowered. Also, in my clinical practice most patients responds well with physical therapy and simple medication. Having a good stability of the spine is much important and the strength in the muscles too.
Regards
Jay Indravadan Patel
Thank you for providing the brief history of you.
A thorough neuromuscular assessment is advised.
As You are 76 years old and also have severe back pain, stenosis, and herniated disc the MRI will help to understand the level of compression. Well, there will be no side effects of contrast MRI so just dont worry. Also for understanding the position of the stenosis is important if it is leading to any cord compression.
Also, with guided physical therapy like - therapeutic ultrasound therapy, TENS therapy and exercises the symptoms can be lowered. Also, in my clinical practice most patients responds well with physical therapy and simple medication. Having a good stability of the spine is much important and the strength in the muscles too.
Regards
Jay Indravadan Patel
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