Hi All
My Dad was rushed in to hospital in mid May 2021 with excruciating back pain. He had a sore back for approximately 6 weeks prior. Scans discovered a compressed L1 vertebrae which ultimately led to Stage 2 Multiple Myeloma diagnosis.
He was in hospital for nearly 6 weeks. Got home and treatment started as an outpatient. Alas, 4 weeks in he was back in hospital for a week with increasing pain and excess fluid.
The doctors are stopping his Pregabalin so he is in even more pain while they wean him off that and try to find something new. (They think the Pregabalin caused the excess fluid).
I was wondering if anyone else could share their experiences with compressed vertebrae pain, how long it lasted and are you fully recovered from it even though you still may have your myeloma.
Any tips for sitting or sleeping comfortably? Or any other tips for pain management?
My Dad is in a hospital bed at home with lots of pillows including vshape ones. He has to sleep sitting up nearly in bed with his back at a slight angle.
My Dad has been in pain approximately 6 months now although the Myeloma and Compressed Vertebrae were only diagnosed end of May/ start of June and treatment started.
Thank you X
