Question 1

can constipation cause tailbone pain?

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Yes: While the rectal portion  of the colon can enlarge a lot, if it were packed with hardened stool in severe constipation, this mass can cause pressure in surrounding tissues and nerves.

Question 2

could my constipation be causing tailbone pain?

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Rarely will cause it: But can definitely aggravate it

Question 3

29 female. had blood in toilet after bm. have off and on constipation with cramps. bad tailbone pain as well. could this be crc?

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Possible, not likely: More commonly hemorrhoids. Crc uncommon below age 40, except in certain family histories. Nevertheless, discuss with your doc.

Question 4

tailbone pain worse, going up to hips, feet pins/needles, constipated, can't sit. hubby now found a lump in my vagina, could all this be related?prev sacral bone erosion & tissue thick. mri next wk:(

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Could be related: If you have an MRI scheduled then you've likely seen a doctor.  If the doctor didn't find the vaginal mass then you should call him/her and ask to be seen before the mri.  That mass might change the work up and imaging recommendations.

Question 5

what do i do about the coccyx pain (tailbone pain) i am suffering from?

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Tail bone pain: Avoid any further trauma by sitting on a hardsurface.Use an inflatable ring when sitting on hardsurfaces.Taking warm seatbaths will help with pelvic organs congestion, avoid constipation, take otc medications.When pain is intense local infiltration of the area will. Help, olso manipulation of the sacroccoxygeal joint may be of benefict. Dr seni.

Question 6

what can i do about coccyx pain?

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Conservative/aggress: First, you need a diagnosis: what's causing the pain? Treatment depends on cause as well as other factors. Commonly, it's due to injury. If it's fractured, surgery is an option, though osteopathic docs use more conservative manipulation techniques to re-position the coccyx. Sometimes there is no visible cause for pain. A good osteopathic exam and manual treatment might prove helpful in such a case.

Question 7

how can i relieve my coccyx pain?

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Variable: Time. Doughnut seat usually helps if you have to sit for long periods.

Question 8

severe coccyx pain, what can i do?

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Various things: Using a donut shaped cushion can relieve pressure on the area when sitting. A sitz bath (a device you can get from a drug store or medical supply) can be used on your toilet to circulate warm water in the area, and it can be soothing. Over the counter pain relievers may help. If simple measures fail, see your primary. You may needs testing. Pain is this area is a challenge.

Question 9

what can be done for severe coccyx pain  ?

Accepted Answer

Coccyx pain: You should be evaluated by your doctor.  Severe coccyx pain may be due to a number of reasons including injury, fracture, or a tumor. It would be advisable to see your doctor and be properly evaluated.

Question 10

what to do about severe coccyx pain after a fall?

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Rest, ice: Falls can cause severe pain, but more often than not, this pain is related to bruising. Less commonly, the coccyx can be broken (fracture), though treatment is similar. Avoid pressure on the area, ice as able, and allow your body to heal itself. Donut hole cushions can be helpful to allow sitting on hard surfaces.

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