Why does my tailbone hurt for 3 months?

Coccyx pain has the potential to become chronic, lasting longer than 3 months, if the bones’ structural instability persists and the surrounding muscles and ligaments continue to be strained, and/or if there is local inflammation.

Can tailbone pain last for months?

Tailbone pain ranges from a dull ache to a fierce stab. It can last for weeks, months or sometimes longer. There are three types of events that cause tailbone pain: External Trauma: A bruised, broken or dislocated coccyx caused by a fall.

How long will tailbone pain last?

Tailbone pain, also called coccydynia or coccygodynia, usually goes away on its own within a few weeks or months. To lessen tailbone pain in the meantime, it might help to: Lean forward while sitting down.

How do you know if you broke your tailbone or not?

The symptoms of a broken tailbone include:

• an almost constant dull pain in the very low back, just above the buttocks.
• pain that worsens when sitting and when standing up from a sitting position.
• swelling around the tailbone.
• pain that intensifies during a bowel movement.
• pain that intensifies during sexual intercourse.

What happens if you break your tailbone on the side?

Tailbone Injury Overview. A coccyx injury results in pain and discomfort in the tailbone area (the condition is called coccydynia). These injuries may result in a bruise, dislocation, or fracture (break) of the coccyx. Although they may be slow to heal, the majority of coccyx injuries can be managed with cautious treatment.

How long does it take to recover from a broken tailbone?

Broken tailbone recovery time. Recovery time from a bruised or broken tailbone depends on your age and the severity of the injury. Children recover faster than adults, and young adults recover faster than older ones. Average recovery time for a bruised tailbone is up to four weeks.

Can a broken tailbone cause tailbone pain during pregnancy?

Broken tailbone during pregnancy Women are five times more susceptible to tailbone pain than men. Much of this has to do with pregnancy and childbirth.

Should I talk to my doctor about my tailbone pain?

If you have the signs and symptoms of a coccyx injury or unexplained discomfort in the tailbone area, contact your doctor. It may be necessary for the doctor to decide if the injury is traumatic or if the pain is caused by other, more serious, problems.