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How would you describe your pain while recovering from a cesarean section?

Was the pain mostly on the incision? Was it inside your abdomen?
How often did you have to call the nurse for pain medication?
The pain when I initially woke up from the anesthetic was the most excruciating pain I've ever felt. However, I had a general, not a spinal anesthetic - I think that when [...]

How much pain should you expect from a stress fracture in your femur?

I am 12 and have had a stress fracture for about 4 months, I am on crutches and I'm starting physical therapy on Tuesday. I am in EXTREME pain during the night, and moderate pain during the day. How long will this go on? Help, please and thank you.
about 1 month to 3 months more [...]

How do I relieve tooth pain without seeing a dentist?

My tooth is chipped, so I know that's why it hurts, but it only hurts if I use it to chew. I really don't want to have to see a dentist, so what can I do to get rid of the pain? The pain isn't that bad, but every now and then I need to [...]

How much pain is involved when a toddler gets a molar extracted?

My four year old daughter is getting a molar pulled because it has an abcess. Will she be in pain after the procedure, and how long? Will there be a lot of bleeding, and will she be able to ear?
It depends on the condition of the tooth and the surrounding tissues. Extraction [...]

How do you get rid of back pain when the pain meds and anti inflammatories are not working?

My fiancée was diagnosed with Spinal Stenosis and the pain meds and anti inflammatory are not helping at all. He literally cries in his sleep from the pain.
see your docter

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What prescription pain killer were you given to take home after your c section?

Or, were you given a pain killer to take home after a vaginal delivery?
Was it enough?
I was given Percocet and Ibuprofen to take home after my C-section. They only gave me 45 Percocet which was not nearly enough. My doctor had no problem giving me a new prescription for another 60 (not sure [...]

What pain medicine works the best while getting a tatoo?

I am in the process of getting a full back piece tatoo, My last session was extreamly painfull because of scar tissue. I have a LOT of other tatyoo's and have never before had this problem with pain. I have Percocet and valume I'm trying to figure out witch one would work better to control [...]

How much pain relief can I expect from cortizone injections into a bulging disk?

Does anyone have a bulging disk which caused a lot of pain? If so, did you get cortizone injections and if you did how much relief from pain did you get? What has been the best pain relief?
I once had a cortisone shot in my wrist. It was very painful. I have since [...]

How much pain does a person who is being beheaded has to endure?

Please do not take offense with my question. I am asking this only to know the scientific and medical point of view. I sincerely wish the pain these innocent hostage victims have to suffer is only very minimal, compared to other painful lingering deaths. I am very sorry if my question hurts any of you.
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What is causing a pain in the chest when my 12yr son swallows?

My 12 yr old son started a “conditioning class” with weights and such. From the day he started, he began complaining about a pain in his chest. It seems like it was a pulled/strained muscle at first. But he says it doesn’t hurt when I push on his chest. He says [...]

What are the laws regarding prescription pain meds(including methadone)when driving class A trucks?

I am planning on getting my class A license and a long haul truck driving job. I have had to take pain meds in the past for back pain. Is it legal to take prescription pain meds while driving the big rigs. The pain meds that work for me are oxycodone(percacet) or methadone.
I know that [...]

How to i reduce the pain in my fingers?

I've been overseas for a month and haven't played my guitar. This morning i was performing and experience such pain in the tips of my fingers. I know it's due to the fact that the callis (hard skin) has gone.
I have a performance in a couple of days and urgently need this pain to go. [...]

How long should you have pain after a herniated disk?

I had surgery for a herniated disk at L4-5 last February. I'm still off work because of pain & difficulty sleeping. I've been looking for work in my field in the last few months with no luck so far. During a blizzard & cold snap this week my pain has really increased. [...]

How do I become better at handling pain?

The last time I got period the first stomach cramping felt like the end of the world, even though I've been menstruating for more than 4 yrs. Whenever I am having any kind of pain, it seems to consume my attention and I can't eat comfortably, which causes other problems. But when the pain is [...]

What does cramping and back pain in between your periods mean?

I had on period that was 3 weeks late. Then my next two were a couple days early. In between my last period and this one (around the middle of my cycle) I had two different days, about a week apart from each other that I had bad cramping and back pain. No bleeding. Then [...]

Is added pain of TMJ a sympton of infection & having procedures, or should I go to oral surgeon?

I have TMJ & had it for years. Since May, I've been having procedures for 2 chronic root canal infections and other teeth. I've had a nightguard made & it helps alot. I want to know if I should see oral surgeon or is this from all the procedures and infection in [...]

How to avoid lower back pain when running?

I've been running cross-country for four years now, but this is the first year I've exerpeince lower back pain. What can I do to avoid this? One of my teammates said it could be posture, but now says my posture shouldn't be triggering lower back pain. What could be causing this, and what [...]

How can I alleviate the pain in my Achilles tendons?

I've been running for some weeks now and have developed some pain in both of my achilles tendons. I am a pronator and have attempted to resolve them with some orthotics. I also have purchased new shoes, but it hasn't palliated the symptoms. Any ideas as to how i can resolve this [...]

What is the strongest pain reliever that I can buy without a prescription that will ease my joint pain?

I tore my ACL about ten years ago and have occassional yet intense bouts of pain in my knee. This is definitely one of those times and I will see a doctor soon but until then I need some immediate pain relief. Aleve is not enough anymore. Does anyone know of a [...]

What are some causes of strange leg pain?

Sometimes I'll get strange pain in my legs, and I'm not sure where it's coming from or why. It will extend from my lower back, through my hips, thighs, and calves, and to my ankles. It doesn't feel like muscle pain, and can sometimes ache for days. Could it be some kind of referred pain [...]