Question 1

what is the definition or description of: tenderness to touch?

Accepted Answer

Tenderness: As with most pain conditions, there can be a variety of potential problems that can cause the pain or tenderness.  Tenderness to touch describes just that...Tenderness to touch., .

Question 2

i am experiencing back tenderness to touch, back pain (severity: severe) (side: lower), and side pain.

Accepted Answer

Doctor can check now: Many possible causes of pain in the back in adults in their 30's. One's doctor can evaluate. There can be a muscle strain or spasm, inflammation in the joints or tendons, nerve pain from the spine or on the skin, an spine bone problem, a kidney disorder, etc... If obese, that can cause back pain and a lot of other health problems. For "severe" pain or possible spinal nerve symptoms, ER is helpful.

Question 3

scalp pain with tenderness to touch and swollen scalp too what is the cause?im very worried

Accepted Answer

Get it evaluated: You are much too young for temporal arteritis so there must be another cause. It is likely a local problem but see a doctor to find out the cause.

Question 4

i am experiencing  scalp tenderness to touch, it is only in one particular area. could it be due to the way i wear my hair or anything else?

Accepted Answer

Scalp tenderness: Is it near the ear or temple? Any rash? If so, please see an M.D. sooner rather than later to rule out inflammation or early shingles of the scalp, face.  Otherwise, it can be due to injury, pulling hair too tight etc.

Question 5

i am experiencing  toe tenderness to touch and toe swelling.

Accepted Answer

Varies: Multiple potential causes including traumatic, inflammatory, infectious, or related to pressure phenomena among other potential causes.  A brief exam would likely tell the cause, don't hesitate to be seen.

Question 6

my son is still experiencing  foot pain from a bug bites 3 weeks ago. the following also describes him: foot tenderness to touch. what shouldo i do?

Accepted Answer

It's time.: Three weeks seems a bit too long to still have anything more than some minor residual pain. Apparently, the tenderness is increasing, which could be a problem. I suggest you have his foot evaluated by a specialist just to play safe.

Question 7

i am experiencing scalp tenderness to touch, scalp itching and rash on scalp.

Accepted Answer

Scalp tenderness.: see a doctor. could be shingles, infection . will have to be examined.

Question 8

about 8days experiencing  leg pain, tenderness to touch  and  feels like something is pinched around inner thigh. feels like a sunburn pants irritate.

Accepted Answer

Skin : Could be infection in skin . Seek help from your doctor

Question 9

i have had a hoarse voice for over three weeks now associated with pain just above my trachea with severe pain and tenderness to touch i also have an ?

Accepted Answer

Need more Info: Best take this up with your doctor. This could be anything from a condition in your chest or just a stubborn virus. You probably need a good examination, x-ray of the chest and ear, nose and throat evaluation. This could be serious if it doesn't resolve soon.

Question 10

i am experiencing  back pain (severity: severe) (side: both) , curved spine (quality: one shoulder higher)  and back tenderness to touch. my curve is 42 degrees when just 3 years ago it was 21 degrees. is bracing an option? will they do surgery?

Accepted Answer

Needs an X ray: Get an X ray to define the amount of curvature of the spine, as you may have scoliosis. Most likely no surgery . Based on xray can decide. You can try bracing , but let's get X-rays first

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What is the definition or description of: tenderness to touch?

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I am experiencing back tenderness to touch, back pain (severity: severe) (side: lower), and side pain.

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Scalp pain with tenderness to touch and swollen scalp too what is the cause?im very worried

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I am experiencing scalp tenderness to touch, it is only in one particular area. could it be due to the way i wear my hair or anything else?

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I am experiencing toe tenderness to touch and toe swelling.

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My son is still experiencing foot pain from a bug bites 3 weeks ago. the following also describes him: foot tenderness to touch. what shouldo i do?

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I am experiencing scalp tenderness to touch, scalp itching and rash on scalp.

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About 8days experiencing leg pain, tenderness to touch and feels like something is pinched around inner thigh. feels like a sunburn pants irritate.

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I have had a hoarse voice for over three weeks now associated with pain just above my trachea with severe pain and tenderness to touch i also have an ?

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I am experiencing back pain (severity: severe) (side: both) , curved spine (quality: one shoulder higher) and back tenderness to touch. my curve is 42 degrees when just 3 years ago it was 21 degrees. is bracing an option? will they do surgery?

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