Question 1

why chronic low back pain?

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What's low back pain: Unfortunately that is way too vague a question. There are probably several hundred causes of low back pain. Important questions include is it only back pain, does it go down the legs, and when does it occur.

Question 2

how is low back pain diagnosed?

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See below: The first steps are a good history of the back pain, where and when it occurs, how did it start. Questions about family history of a back pain. Then physical examination, then possibly imaging such as xray , ct or mri. After that the doctor will suggest the most likely reason for the back pain and suggest a specific treatment or treatments.

Question 3

low back pain medical diagnosis?

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None: Low back pain is a non-specific condition and is no more of a medical diagnosis than "knee pain" or "ankle pain." a reputable spine physician will perform an appropriate history, physical examination, and possibly imaging studies to identify the underlying cause of the pain. Once identified, an adequate diagnosis can be given.

Question 4

i am experiencing  low back pain.

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Low back pain: Please find  out the cause of the pain but seeing your doctor.  After that consider searching the work of John Sarno, MD, who uses a mind body approach to helping pain.  Peace and good health.

Question 5

how to cure low back pain quickly?

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You probably cannot : Snap your fingers and get it to resolve, it may take a couple of days. But there are good treatment options. If you have no contraindication, you can take some anti-inflammatory medication (which will be most effective if you take a prescription strength dose for a couple of days) you have to see your doctor to start you on this. Pt, keeping healthy weight, ceasing tobacco use if they apply.

Question 6

low back pain and positive leukocites?

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UTI?: Assuming you mean leukocytes in the urine, you may have a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).  See the Dr. for official eval and treatment of this.  Best wishes.

Question 7

what causes low back pain on left side?

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Many things: Many things cause low back pain.  See your doctor for a thorough evaluation to find out what's going on.

Question 8

can exercise usually help low back pain?

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Yes: Several large studies have shown that weight control and exercise are just as effective as surgery for long-term lower back pain control.

Question 9

can exercise help or hurt low back pain?

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Yes: Both can occur.  Supervised physical therapy can alleviate problems with exercise induced pain but sometimes even therapy aggravates the pain.  Diagnosis is key and will drive the recommendations.

Question 10

my cousin is experiencing  low back pain.

Accepted Answer

Pain : Low back pain can be caused by a multitude of conditions. Your cousin needs to see a physician to find out what is causing it

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