Should i meet doctor after having severe back pain?
Patient: I was sitting on recliner last night and I started getting severe pain in my lower back. It's hard to sit walk and even coughing the pain is severe. Today it's worse and I can't even walk, sit or stand without the severe pain.Should I be going to the ER? Doctor: Hi thereBack pain of such severity warrants immediate medical attention.Firstly get an Xray of the affected part.Get expert opinion from an orthopedic surgeon after xrayFor the time being , complete bed rest alon with a pain killer and muscle relaxant like Flexispaz and tramodol should suffice.You can also apply hot water bottle along with a local gel like Oxalgin nanogel massage.Good luck