Severe back pain after hurting tailbone. X-ray, MRI all normal. What is causing this pain?
Patient: So about 4 years ago, I fell on my tail bone while rollerblading. Went to the my doc and he said that it'll go away with time. It hasn't. 4 years now and nothing has improved. I have two kinds of pain. A sharp one, that usually happens when I'm mensturating or constipated and a dull one, usually when I'm sitting on the floor or on a chair. In addition I that, I have back pain (mostly lower) when I'm standing for too long or when I lift something heavy.  I have no idea what is wrong and I have done all kinds of tests, from x-rays to MRI. Almost every possible test. And nothing! I just wanna know what is causing this pain? And what I can do about it? I try not to take medication unless I absolutely need it. Doctor: Hi, When you fell on your tail bone, you have damaged the bones and muscles and nerves passing by. Coincidentally, the nerves and muscles are related to the internal organs like uterus or bowel. So, when you menstruate or strain due to constipation, you are putting more pressure to the affected area, thus, increasing the pain. I'd suggest to - do vaginal swab testing to exclude vaginal infection- urine analysis to rule out urinary tract infection- try to avoid being constipatedIf everything is ok, then, it is most probably due to fall. So, have patience and you everything will be over Can take painkillers (locally or orally) and drink more water.All the best!Dr.Alba