Question 1

what could the knot on my tail bone be?

Accepted Answer

Don't know: cyst? tumor? fracture? This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination &amp; other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes.

Question 2

why is my husband having tail bone itch?

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Most likely he have: Some irritation to the  area from infection of some sort or allergic reaction to some stuff he is using. Check out.

Question 3

acute pain in the tail bone for 2 years?

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Tell us more please: By defintion if your pain has been going on for 2 years, it's is chronic.Tail bone pain known as coccydynia can have a lot of causes,so more info would help.Typically workup will involve seeing a spine specialist for possible imaging. Treatment would include finding a suitable cushion, possible lumbar support for chairs or your car.A course of Physical therapy w/core strengthening &amp; Lidocaine gel.

Question 4

how can i tell if my tail bone is broken?

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Try to wiggle it: Stretch it out slowly. . If this doesn't resolve the problem see your primary care provider.

Question 5

pain on tail bone after falling down steps?

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Tailbone pain: Pain in the tail bone, or coccyx, is very common after trauma to the buttocks area.  In most causes, the pain is caused by a bone bruise (contusion) and can be relieved by anti-inflammatories and ice -- this pain may last from 4-6 weeks -- the good news is that the coccyx is difficult to fracture.

Question 6

how can i tell if i have damaged my "tail bone"?

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sitting hurst:  Sitting on a firm chair or any pressure will hurt. Sitting on a rolled up newspaper so there is no pressure on the coccyx will decrease the pain. Less pain at all when standing.

Question 7

my tail bone is really hurting, what should i do?

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Tail bone is hurting: See u pcp for evaluation and treatment, specially if over the counter pain medication 
is not working.

Question 8

i hit my tail bone. what should i do for the pain?

Accepted Answer

NSAID: Non steroidal anti -inflammatory medication can be very helpful for musculoskeletal pain. Acupuncture can also be helpful for coccyxdenia. If the pain is persistant you may wish to be evaluated to determine if you sustained a fracture.

Question 9

can you tell me about the problem with my tail bone?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Your pain could be as a result of many different things. A thorough history and physical exam and possibly some laboratory and radiology exams are needed to determine the exact cause. Causes of pain may include: trauma (fracture, sprain, arthritis), infection, metabolic conditions (gout), musculoskeletal or biomechanical abnormality and neurologic conditions (neuropathy).

Question 10

what to do if i discovered this knot on my tail bone?

Accepted Answer

Knot: This can't be diagnosed with the information that is available. A history, physical examination &amp; other studies may be needed to determine cause/causes.

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