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Having a dull ache around my tailbone area, feels like i've banged it but i haven't, what could this be? worried it's bone cancer i'm 28 female. :)

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Dr. Mark Hutchinson answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Coccydynia: Tail bone pain usually occurs secondary to a fall or sitting on hard surfaces. First thing to try is a donut pillow which takes the pressure off of your tailbone. Ice or non steroidal s may also help. If no response then get it checked but cancer would be rare

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Answered 11/28/2017

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