Question 1

can constipation cause upper right back pain?

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Back pain : I can only think of kidney stones and muscle tightness and cramps  that cause back pain. Constipation can only cause back pain if you are straining really hard and tense your back muscle while hunched over that can cause back pain. I would see a if stool softeners or higher fiber can help with the constipation. If it continues, then see a specialist.

Question 2

sharp stabbing pains in stomach after eating accompanied by upper back pain and gas as well as constipation what could cause this?

Accepted Answer

Gastritis: Many reasons: gastritis, peptic ulcer, type of food, colitis, etc. See gastroenterologist or pcp.

Question 3

what can  cause upper back pain?

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Many causes: Cardiac causes including valvular or coronary heart disease, angina, throracic or addominl aneuryms, thoracic masses intrathoracic or extra thoracic, bulging/herniated thoracic or cervical discs, muscle spasms , clavicle fractures, referred shoulder or neck problems, pulmonary edema, luminary embolus, vertebral fractures or masses, post surgical scar tissues, beast rumors, arthritis  of spine.

Question 4

do kidney problems cause upper back pain?

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Yes: But its not a typical symptom.

Question 5

would cercical steonis cause upper back pain?

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YES: Typically caused by the tug of war your paraspinal muscles and other soft tissues trying to maintain the spacing between your vertebrae.

Question 6

what can cause upper back pain when i breathe?

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A few things: Serious problems such as pleurisy are possible.In my practice, most such pain is due to a malfunctioning rib.Ribs should 'go up' in front and 'down' in back with inhalation and do the opposite during exhalation.When one or more ribs 'get stuck,' pain-from ache to severe sharp in front &amp;/or back can occur.A good history &amp; osteopathic hands-on exam could determine cause.Manipulation may fix it.

Question 7

what could be the cause of upper back pain below shoulder blade?

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Several: Muscle spasm is a likely cause.  Another possible and more serious cause is irritation of the lining of the chest cavity and lungs.  This pain is usually worse with a deep breath.

Question 8

pain in the middle of my back that aches like a dull pain that is there most of the time what cause upper back pain ?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Can be  muscle, bone, tendons, ligaments or a medical issue invovling the lower  internal chest. You need to discuss this  with your  physician

Question 9

what can cause upper back pain for 7 months mainly upon waking and bedtime, i'm worried its an aneurysm i'm only 27 m quite active?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Aneurysm is possible but very unlikely. Most common causes are related to your neck. If mostly after sleeping you may want to check the firmness of your mattress. See your doctor for an xray and evaluation to be sure.

Question 10

why does my exercise programme cause upper back pain?

Accepted Answer

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

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