What is the treatment for swelling painful back caused by an injury?
Patient: Hello, Please, I need help. my name is Luminita Bondoc, I was falling on the stairs last morning and I have pretty bad injuries: my left side is swelling on my back around kidney are. the pain is very sharp, I can move, I tried to find a position in bed, but no success. The pain is acute, sharp and continuos. I did have also minor injuries on my head , bruises on my left hand, but the pain is bearable. Due to fibromyalgia I have o.5 percocet. Does help Please I need help Thank you, Sincerely Luminita bondoc Doctor: Hello, Thanks for your query.From description , it seems you might developed muscular or ligamentous strain over back .If pain is severe ,I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. You may get the MRI of the area affected under his/her guidance.Meanwhile following measures will help with the pain• Lie on a hard bed.• Anti -inflammatory drugs like Tablet Motrin 1 tablet as and when required • Avoid forward bending.• Avoid strenuous activity & lifting heavy weights.• Apply diclofenac gel on the affected area. Warm compresses will also helpI do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.Take care