Question 1

i am 14 weeks pregnant and have a upper back pain. that is wrapping around towards my chest. should i be worried? and how do i releave the pain?

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Upper back pain: At fourteen weeks of pregnancy, the uterus is large enough to cause the lungs not to expand completely, causing pleuritic pain which can be perceived to be in the "upper back". When this happens, take a very slow deep breath, and the pain should stop.  If not, see your OB provider for an exam.

Question 2

help! what can be causing my upper back pain?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Commonly, upper back/shoulder blade pain can be from the neck or bursitis around the blade. Upper back pain could be from the shoulder or referred. Common referred sources include: abdomen, heart and neck. Shoulder sources include: arthritis, labral tears, instability, tendinitis, rotator cuff tears, bursitis, painful bony spurs etc. Ribcage pain can be from rib joints. See orthopedics.

Question 3

what do you suggest to relieve my upper back pain?

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Pain to touch?: This is usually the sign of a bruise, spasm, or tendinitis. Pain to the touch is not likely nerve related. If the pain is between the spine and your shoulder blade, i would consider levator syndrome (muscle irritation) likely due to posture especially computer work. Rest, ice, nsaid's, and salonpas hot patches (capsacian patches) are good. Change your posture, monitor at eye level.

Question 4

why does my exercise programme cause upper back pain?

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May be  stress: Your upper back more or you have weakness of the upper back muscles.

Question 5

what can cause upper back pain between the shoulders?

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Several things: This problem can only be solved by seeing your doctor and being evaluated face-to-face.  After a thorough examination, your doctor should be able to tell you what's wrong and what to do about it.

Question 6

terrible upper back pain for years. please please help me!?

Accepted Answer

Back pain: The back pain can be caused by muscle spasm, spinal stenosis, ruptured disc, nerve impingement ...  The treatment depends on the cause of the pain.  It might include strengthening exercise, physical therapy, medication, interventional therapy, surgery ...
You should seek help from a health care provider,  you might benefit from a comprehensive evaluation.

Question 7

upper back pain...what can cause this and what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Varies : There areuliple potential causes including spine related causes such as degenerative disc disease to mom spine related causes such as a duodenal ulcer or pancreatitis.  I would not hesitate to be seen.

Question 8

upper back pain mostly on the right side  for the past 8 months

Accepted Answer

: First, seek an answer by having your doctor evaluate this.  Could well be a problem with thoracic vertebrae, and might respond very nicely to a physical therapy and exercise program.  8 months is long enough, so, time to get proactive.

Question 9

i am having upper back pain and it really hurts . what should i do about it ?

Accepted Answer

Upper back pain: Pain in the upper back is usually the result of poor posture, muscle overuse, or injury. Treatment may include trying to keep a better posture while walking, sitting down and sleeping, rest and gentle exercises,if it persist you may want to see a physical therapist or your gp.

Question 10

how do doctors  treat upper back pain?

Accepted Answer

Various.: Medication, pt, massage, injections.  It depends on the exact diagnosis that you have and how much it is affecting your daily activities.

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Terrible upper back pain for years. please please help me!?

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Upper back pain...what can cause this and what should i do?

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How do doctors treat upper back pain?

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