Question 1

can someone suddenly develop apical thickening in lung over one month interval without any noticeable respiratory illness? is it d/t radiologist inter-reader variability? if not, what can cause such change? cxr ordered for upper back/shoulder pain?

Accepted Answer

: Sub clinical infection may occur. A smoker often will have x ray changes, sometimes in advance of symptoms. A CT scan may be performed, particularly if there is pain. Watch for signs of shortness of breath and cough. Please follow up with your Pulmonologist.

Question 2

what to do if i have severe pain since november in left upper back?

Accepted Answer

Spine Injury: This chronic pain in the distribution as you suggested is the result of an irritated nerve or facet joints or other injury typically in the lumbar spine (low back) which are caused by herniated disks, spinal stenosis or degenerative disc disease,  etc requiring further evaluation by a spine specialist.

Question 3

what to do about really bad pain since november in left upper back?

Accepted Answer

Spine Injury: This chronic pain in the distribution as you suggested is the result of an irritated nerve or facet joints or other injury to the spine which are caused by herniated disks, spinal stenosis or degenerative disc disease,  etc requiring further evaluation by a spine specialist.

Question 4

i have a tingling sensation on my left side of my upper back area. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Cervical Radiculopat: A pinched nerve can send abnormal sensations into adjacent areas that it serves.  Local nerve compression at the root or after the nerve leaves the vertebral column can cause pain, numbness or weakness.

Question 5

pain in my upper back and left side of my ribcage came on suddenly spasm every so often?

Accepted Answer

Any cause?: Can you think of anything you've done recently that may have pulled or irritated/overworked some of the muscles in your back/left ribcage?How long has it been doing this?How often are the spasms?If going on several days with no relief with ibuprofen or naproxen and/or application of heat consider seeing your primary doctor to discuss muscle relaxing meds and/Or PT if it has been going on awhile.

Question 6

i always felt pain on the upper back(left side) if i sat or stand too long. what cause this? i felt it almost everyday

Accepted Answer

Most likely muscular: Most common is poor posture. If you don't sit properly over time this can cause fatigue of your muscles.  There is also  a condition called myofascial pain syndrome, wherein there are areas of "trigger points" along a specific muscle group. Lastly, arthritis conditions of your thoracic spine needs to be ruled out. All of this could be evaluated by your physician.

Question 7

i have been having on and off again pain on the left front of my chest and left upper back.  is this something to be concerned about?

Accepted Answer

Yes it is: You need to see your doctor right away.  This sounds like some of the classic symptoms of angina, which can be a sign of heart blockages and a warning sign for heart attack.  It may not be that but it's best not to take a chance.

Question 8

out of the blue yesterday i started getting back spasms (left upper back) and they seem to have gotten worse overnight. i'm icing. anything else?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation : What is the pain or spasm feel like? Sudden onset of shoulder pain without injury is suspicious for another cause. The pain maybe due to referred pain from the heart or spleen.  Referred will not worsen with shoulder movement. I would recommend evaluation as soon as possible.

Question 9

could intense crying cause pain in my upper back and left chest?

Accepted Answer

Cryingand pain: Yes. Crying can increase straining which in turn can increase muscular pain. Also, crying may be associated with depression, increased serotonin which can lead to muscle spasms and pain.

Question 10

why does the left side of my upper back hurt when i turn my head to the left?

Accepted Answer

Upper back pain: It might be due to straining of left upper back muscle and tendons. Pain is generally in the area between shoulder blade and spines.

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Can someone suddenly develop apical thickening in lung over one month interval without any noticeable respiratory illness? is it d/t radiologist inter-reader variability? if not, what can cause such change? cxr ordered for upper back/shoulder pain?

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What to do if i have severe pain since november in left upper back?

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What to do about really bad pain since november in left upper back?

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I have a tingling sensation on my left side of my upper back area. what could this be?

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Pain in my upper back and left side of my ribcage came on suddenly spasm every so often?

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I always felt pain on the upper back(left side) if i sat or stand too long. what cause this? i felt it almost everyday

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I have been having on and off again pain on the left front of my chest and left upper back. is this something to be concerned about?

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Out of the blue yesterday i started getting back spasms (left upper back) and they seem to have gotten worse overnight. i'm icing. anything else?

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Could intense crying cause pain in my upper back and left chest?

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Why does the left side of my upper back hurt when i turn my head to the left?

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