"The Dangers of Prolonged Aleve and Ibuprofen Use"

A 70-year-old man with osteoarthritis in his neck and mid-back area has been using Aleve and ibuprofen for pain relief, despite his doctor's recommendation to use Tylenol due to concerns about liver and kidney damage. Dr. Roach advises against taking both anti-inflammatory medicines simultaneously, as it increases the risk of toxicity, and suggests trying Tylenol to see if it provides relief. He also mentions the potential side effects of Aleve and similar medicines, and recommends combining non-medicinal therapies like the Aleve Direct Therapy pad and pain relief creams with medication. In more severe cases, injections or surgery may be considered, and readers are encouraged to email questions to Dr. Roach.