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After my 2nd spinal block (oct '14) i have a tender 3 inch area on/around spine-at injection site- and low back pain.

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Dr. Shahruq Sarela answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Spine: Make sure there is no potential infection occurring. Make sure there is no broken needle tip that has impeded into your skin. Have them do an X-ray to evaluate for any metal in the soft tissue. Go back to the doctor that did the procedure!

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 12/28/2015

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