79 year old mother complaining of pain in lower back, down legs to ankles. Was diagnosed July 17th with sciatic nerve pain and given round of steroids, which helped initially. Then, developed UTI & bladder infection and given antibiotics. She was back to Dr. last week as still symptomatic and in pain. UA test showed high white cell count but culture didn t grow anything significant. Another round of antibiotics and vicadon for pain prescribed. She is still in pain and looking at other possible conditions...........?
Hello, Thanks for your query. After going through your query I came to know that your mother are suffering from chronic backache. It may be lumbar spondylosis. It can be confirmed by x-rays. MRI of spine rule out other causes. Back exercises, Diapering, glucosamine sulfate, neurotrophic such as methycobalamin and analgesics (DICLOFENAC 100 MG SLOW RELEASE TABLETS) give relief. Sometimes vitamin D deficiency can aggravate this so serum vitamin D test is advised if it is lower than vitamin D supplementation will be required. Avoid long continuous standing. Sit in a straight posture. Eat milk, fruits and green leafy vegetables daily. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it. I do hope that you have found something helpful, and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care.