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Hello i recently went for an operation and they used epidural on me now my spine is paining n swollen what do i do?
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Ice and rest: Apply local ice pack on the area, Motrin for pain relief and avoid pressure on the area. If the pain lasts more than 3-4 days, or is associated with fever, please see your physician right away.
Answered 11/6/2019
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