Patient's question:
My relative has been experiencing lower back pain recently. Sometimes, if they stay in one position for too long, they will have severe chills or cough, and the pain will last for a long time. They went to a hospital in the town for a thorough examination. The doctor said it's congenital and cannot be changed, only medication can relieve the pain. What is the cause of the hidden fracture in the third vertebra? How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
A vertebral cleft is a congenital condition where the vertebral arches fail to fuse after birth, leaving behind a fissure. Approximately 5% of the population may suffer from this condition, and it's important to pay attention to rest. The key is to lie down when possible instead of sitting, and to sit when possible instead of standing. Vertebral cleft is mostly congenital, and treatment should be based on symptoms without interfering with work. Anti-inflammatory drugs are primarily based on fever-reducing and blood-activating properties, while drugs that stimulate the stomach are more convenient but relatively cheaper, whereas drugs that do not stimulate the stomach are more expensive.