Posted by: everestial007 March 6, 2019
Leg and Knee Pain 30 yrs old
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Could be many things.
I have been suffering from back and abdominal pain for 6 years now, started after sitting long hours. Tried many doctors but it has been fruitless so far. Most doctors will throw numerous tests on you and try to rely solely on that result to make a diagnosis. If you are immigrants they dont even give much attention, which is mostly an unconscious bias.

I was given wrong diagnosis by 2 doctors. One said I had a hernia after touching the affected part for 15 secs, he did wanted to schedule a surgery after 15 days. I became skeptical and went for 2nd opinion (2 different doctors) and was given clearance that it wasn't a hernia. Had I gone for this surgery it would be worse outcome.

Another doctor gave me a diagnosis that it was IBS, which basically is something that cannot be diagnosed.

So, be careful with doctors too. There are so many low profile and lazy doctors for whom you are just a guinea pig and another transaction. They surely do know more than you, but what matters is - do they think about your symptoms more deeply to come up with a right diagnosis? Do they think about your problems after you have left? Do they read your history in detail to look at the problem from every possible angle?

Your problem could have started since you stood a lot. If it's a muscle problem try a chiropractor. If its nerves that's a different story.
Overall I suggest give your body some rest, if possible a full rest if you can afford it. Exercise your body part regularly if it relieves it. Do not hit the gym for strong exercise, but do natural exercises like walking at least 1-2 hours a day, playing a game that seems like helps with that particular health problem.

I have been resting and doing games lately and have been recovering, which is better than taking numerous medicines and wasting money. Believe me that giving a natural exercise to your body really means a lot for improving your health. You are responsible for improving your health more than a doctor.



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