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I was wondering how i could have my tailbone injury and not sound like a wimp?

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Dr. Bryan Reuss answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

These Hurt!: Coccyx injuries can be very painful and can last for months. Little can be done for these injuries other that waiting it out, treating symptomatically with donut pads or pillows or nsaids. Forward your friends this link as these can be excruciating!

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Answered 3/25/2017

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