Suggest remedy for back pain in smokers
Patient: hi, Recently, for about 1 or 2 weeks, i feel a pain in the upper mid section of my back. I am a smoker and while i inhale cigarettes, i feel the pain gets deeper. I do not feel it in my chest, It does not feel like its the lungs, I do not have problems breathing, or any other side effect either. No sweating or numbness either. I have been experiencing pain through all my back lateley and it feels like if I had done a wrong movement. Should I be worried?, I am afraid of something serious. Doctor: Hello, I have studied your case. Due to compression of nerve root there can be pain in your back and chest.Due to occlusion of vessels there can be burning sensation.This can be related to smoking also.I will advise you to do MRI thoracic spine, HRCT [CHEST] and EMG- NCV [nerve conduction study]For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started.Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help.Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care.