Question 1

upper back pain and spasms around ribs wake me up in early morning.goes away once i get up and start moving.there is a dull pain on my right side just under rib cage.no other symptoms.could this be cancer?

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: There is not enough information to get the answer you should. It is possible it is just muscle strain; but you have not be given the privilege of giving enough information to get the answer you need. I would suggest that you go for the televisit at the least, or get a more comprehensive evaluation with physical examination with imaging to help answer your question.

Question 2

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 ?

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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 3

can gerd cause upper back pain, like dull aching pain?

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Let me explain: If gerd left without treatment, complications could happen (esophageal stricture, ageal ulcer, precancerous changes to the esophagus and cancer) that lead to back pain.

Question 4

i have put on 30kg in the last 10 months due to meds and poor diet. i have lower and upper back pain, aching legs, could be due to weight gain?

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Weight gain can.: Weight gain can certainly explain your symptoms. All your wait is carried by your hips, which can translate into low back pain. Also, your posture changes with weight gain. Also look for other symptoms associated with your back pain: pain or burning during urination, constipation , menses...

Question 5

both arms hands tingling/aching some weakness. comes and goes weeks at a time. upper back pain sometimes. scared?

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I am not scare but..: Usually intermittent complaints and very unspecific like yours means is not a very scary disease. I mean, most of the scary diagnosis once they start with symptoms they don't periods of spontaneous resolution. Still I could be wrong, you should make sure a PCP evaluates this complaints first to make sure no further studies are needed or referrals.

Question 6

upper back pain on both sides.  what could it be?

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Upper back pain: is a very common problem, affecting about 10-12% percent of the adult population in the US leading to nerve problem. Nerve impingement can be caused by being sandwiched between two spinal bones, pressed by a bulging disc or encroached upon by bony overgrowth. Rec.: see an interventional pain management specialist. It is a conservative non-surgical treatment.

Question 7

upper back pain on right side of spine

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Many possibilities: More info. Is required to give you the most complete answer, but the possibilities include muscle strain/spasm (levator scapula, rhomboid, trapezius), referred pain from the spine (disc herniation, ligament sprain, osteoarthritis), among others. If persistent and not improving with 1-2 weeks of relative rest, over-the-counter analgesics and ice or heat, then see your physician for an evaluation.

Question 8

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

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: 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

upper back pain (1st time)on one side these past days, but only when lying down,  it feels like there's a huge weight on  it when i try to get up...?

Accepted Answer

Sounds muscular: As it is only of short duration and only occuring with certain positions or movement, it sounds muscular and should resolve with some time.  You can try some over the counter medication and heat to the area like a heating pad.  If it persists or worsens or if you develop any other symptoms, see your doctor.

Question 10

i have upper back pain on my right side. it is most intense when i look down & is constant. its sometimes absent when i just wake up but not for long?

Accepted Answer

Upper back pain: The pain that you describe is typical of an inflamed rib head as it inserts into the spine. Anti-inflammatory medications, stretching and massage can help. Apply ice at night and moist warm heat in the morning. Chiropractors are helpful with this problem. Injection of the rib head with a cortisone shot is another treatment option. If the pain persists then a thoracic MRI scan is warranted.

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Upper back pain and spasms around ribs wake me up in early morning.goes away once i get up and start moving.there is a dull pain on my right side just under rib cage.no other symptoms.could this be cancer?

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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 ?

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Can gerd cause upper back pain, like dull aching pain?

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I have put on 30kg in the last 10 months due to meds and poor diet. i have lower and upper back pain, aching legs, could be due to weight gain?

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Both arms hands tingling/aching some weakness. comes and goes weeks at a time. upper back pain sometimes. scared?

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Upper back pain on both sides. what could it be?

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Upper back pain on right side of spine

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

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Upper back pain (1st time)on one side these past days, but only when lying down, it feels like there's a huge weight on it when i try to get up...?

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I have upper back pain on my right side. it is most intense when i look down & is constant. its sometimes absent when i just wake up but not for long?

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