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I had arthroscopy surgery. How long will the pain last?
Query: Hello doctor,I had arthroscopy surgery on my right shoulder approximately five weeks ago. The surgeon repaired a rotator cuff tear, and a labrum tear released one bicep tendon and did not reattach it, and subacromial decompression. The pain is still intense, and I am taking Oxycodone. I just started... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, arthroscopic shoulder rotator cuff repairs can be quite a difficult task post-operatively especially, after the physiotherapy is started. The pain and stiffness usually get better after a month of starting physiotherapy. So, rest after surgery combined with physiothe... Read Full »
How long should I take Ibuprofen to relieve rib pain?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 65 year old female, and I fell 10 days back and broke one or two ribs. The only thing that brings any relief is Ibuprofen 800 mg. I need to know how often and for how long can I take Ibuprofen? I tried Oxycodone 10 mg, but it does not work that well. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, Ibuprofen is a strong painkiller, it should not often be taken, as it has many side effects like gastritis, liver and kidney damage. But in initial days of pain following rib fracture, pain is actually very severe. I suggest you try doing the following: Tram... Read Full »
I have dryness of the mouth and lower back pain which gets worse every six hours. Why so?
Query: Hello doctor,I have dryness of the mouth and lower back pain. I am currently on Oxycodone. My symptoms get worse after every six hours. Why so?Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. This could be because of back pain. So I suggest you to follow a few instructions mentioned below. Avoid lifting heavy weights. Avoid arching your back, instead bend your knees to pick up something from the floor. Avoid sitting for long ... Read Full »
Can Oxycodone affect the fetus if taken during pregnancy?
Query: Hi doctor, My last period was before a month. Yesterday, I took Oxycodone 15 mg. I realized that I am pregnant today. I got a positive result on the pregnancy test. I have taken opiates for pain before two days. I am planning to consult a doctor. But I want to know whether my fetus is fine. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have taken Oxycodone for pain. As it is your early pregnancy, do not take them on regular basis or like every day. I do not think that it would cause defects in the baby. You can take a scan and it is too early as of now. Kindly consult a doctor for changing you... Read Full »