Antibody screening is routinely used in conjunction with typing and crossmatch before the administration of blood products, especially RBCs, to avoid transfusion reactions and to prevent notably decreased survival of transfused RBCs.
Muscle relaxants: Spinal muscle spasms often accompany herniated disc. In such cases, a muscle relaxant may provide relief. Oral steroids: Oral steroids (also called corticosteroids) may be effective at reducing swelling. These medications are prescribed for short-term use.
Where can the symptoms of herniated discs be felt? Herniated disc symptoms can include localized pain and inflammation, as well as radiating pain, numbness, tingling, muscle weakness and muscle spasms. These radiating symptoms arise when a portion of the disc makes contact with a nearby nerve root.