So worried about my fiance, any advice please !!
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Hi, I need some advice from anyone please.
11 days ago my fiance crept into bed with a painful back, the pain is in his lower right side and down his right leg to his ankle.
Over the last week he has been scrunched up on all fours, not able to walk unaided, when he stands his leg gives way.
I called the ambulance to get him to hospital 3 times and was refused and told to call 111 which I did, an emergency doctor prescribed cocodamol by fax to the chemist, didn't touch the pain, our own gp prescribed tramadol, gabepentin and diazapam, didnt touch the pain.
Eventually after calling 111 again they sent ambulance.
The paramedics had to strecher him downstairs while he used gas and air. I was so relieved that at last he would get treatment, I was wrong.
They did an xray and said nothing found, gave him morphine and diclofenic suppository and sent him home on cruches, the journey home in my car was horrendous for him.
He has recieved an appointment for an MRI scan in 2 weeks.
I need to know what I can do to help him in the meantime, I cannot work, he cannot work, we have no help at all for this.
Its heartbreaking to see him like this, he is being so brave but I can see how worried he is, he is normally so fit and healthy, to watch him suffering is really upsetting. He really does need urgent help but I dont know what to do next for him. He cant walk or carry out any normal activity, he is in so much pain its untrue, he is only 43 years old. If anyone has any suggestions I would be so grateful. Thank you.
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joyce12429 cosmo321
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So very sorry to hear of your experience - sometimes I could shoot the NHS and at other times theyv'e been brilliant with me. I'm afraid I can't help you with any expert advice but it sounds like a possible trapped nerve. Two weeks seems a very long time to wait when your'e in agony but I hope the time passes quickly and that you get a positive outcome. God bless you both x
Gizmo1963 cosmo321
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IainBarker cosmo321
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So sorry to hear the problems you and your fiance are having. Has he had back pain before or did it come on suddenly?
I used to have chronic back pain. Every now and again I would throw my back out, an acute episode just you describe in your post.
The back is a very complicated structure and doctors often just don't know what the exact cause is. Often it is a strain or sprain. The muscles go into spasm to protect the damaged area. It is extremely painful and debilitating but does get better over days or weeks. This is when you get the advice to take pain relef and keep as active as possible. This is about all you can do at this stage - follow the medical advice.
When it calms down he can look at ways to improve posture, core strength and flexibility. I train regularly with Tai Chi and it has changed my life. Other mindful exercise forms are Pilates, Yoga etc.
Best wishes
Iain Barker
archemedes cosmo321
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I only sasy this as I had a similar experience many years ago, and as I already suffered with a spinal problem I thought it might have been that flaring up again.
After an MRI the reality turned out to be kidney related which required an operation.
Under the circumstances I don't think you have any alternative other than to pester your GP, and if he/she does not act, then I would be tempted to get down to A&E and demand an MRI, as nobody can be expected to endure pain like you are describing.
dianne91970 cosmo321
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cosmo321
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I am currently waiting for a call from my gp (telephone consultation, hoping she will give him something strong for the pain this time, at least so he can get a few hours sleep. Thank you all again, next step will definately be straight back to A+E.
dianne91970 cosmo321
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cosmo321
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Well its been a long few weeks, my fiance eventually had the MRI following a very stressful battle with many many health professionals.
Emergency surgery was carried out on him as it was found that he had a condition called Caud equina syndrome.
For anyone showing the same symptoms as my fiance, I urge you to make sure this is checked without delay, my dear Fiance is now left with a catheter and possible lifelong dissabilities.
Please read up on this condition (CAUDA EQUINA SYNDROME)
Both myself and my Fiance would hate for anyone else to suffer like this.
Wishing you all well x
IainBarker cosmo321
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dianne91970 cosmo321
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