Tailbone Trauma: Symptoms & Signs (Coccyx Injury)

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Alternate Names : Coccyx Injury

Tailbone trauma can cause:

bruising

difficulty sitting

difficulty rising from a sitting position

difficulty walking

pain in the tailbone area

painful bowel movements, leading to constipation

swelling

A severe injury may cause chronic pain and nerve damage. The individual may experience long-term difficulty with walking and bowel movements.

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Author: James Broomfield, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 08/09/01

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