Suggest remedy for severe wrist pain in an elderly person
Patient: My 85 YO mother is suffering wrist pain and the doctor has asked her to take Aleve 2x2 daily. She continues to suffer because she believes she cannot lay down if she takes it. She lays down 60 % of her waking hours. Should I try and convince her to take it anyway. She also takes Tylenol 3 for other issues. Doctor: Hi thanks for asking question.The aleve is the naproxen containing analgesic...For pain this drug or simple paracetamol  can taken..But search for cause of wrist pain should be done...Does she has any history of trauma..??With advancing age because of estrogen secretion decreased bone becomes weak and lead osteoporosis like changes.x ray of local part done...X ray also detect if synovitis or arthritis related changes if present...Calcium tablet can be given to her.If condition advancing if needed bisphosphonate group of drugs also useful...Take care.