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What Causes Pain In Tail Bone?

I have had tail bone pain for one day really bad i can barely sit down . I took a hot shower and a little bit of puss like liquid came out right where it s located and has a small indension where I can feel my tail bone. Scared to know what that might be?
posted on Sun, 17 Aug 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
The pain in the coccyx that you have described can be related to coccydynia.
Coccydynia is caused by an inflammation of the coccyx bone or scarococcygeal joint. If presently there is no pain or any other symptoms then there is nothing to worry
You need to do hot sitz bath to decrease the inflammation in those joints. Taking a mild pain killer and oral muscle relaxants will also help.Try to eat a high fiber diet foods to soften stools and avoid constipation.

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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What Causes Pain In Tail Bone?

Hello, Thanks for your query. The pain in the coccyx that you have described can be related to coccydynia. Coccydynia is caused by an inflammation of the coccyx bone or scarococcygeal joint. If presently there is no pain or any other symptoms then there is nothing to worry You need to do hot sitz bath to decrease the inflammation in those joints. Taking a mild pain killer and oral muscle relaxants will also help.Try to eat a high fiber diet foods to soften stools and avoid constipation. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care