Question 1

should i go to the er for this headache? it started last night, while jumping rope/working out. it was a sharp pain in the back of my head, on the right side only. it has lasted til now. advil seems to dull the pain, but it does not go away. it is worse w

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A : A moderate or severe headache that is new or different from those that have been experienced in the past, and that does not go away with over-the-counter medications is a good reason to seek medical evaluation.  The medical evaluation could be conducted by a primary care provider or an urgent care provider, who could determine if an emergency is present.  While there is a low chance of a serious problem, like the sentinel headache of a ruptured aneurysm, the consequences of such a problem could be life-threatening.

Question 2

back pain in the middle of my back on the right side worsens when im laying on my back and shortness of breath?

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Need an evaluation: To understand the cause and the treatment, please seek medical advice in person, right now. Go. Thank you.

Question 3

lower back pain/ feel like somebody kicked me in the back on the right side. body hot without fever /lightheaded/neropathy/headaches/and neck and shoulder pain. what could this be a sign of?

Accepted Answer

Possible infection: The location of your pain could signify a kidney infection. You would need to be evaluated by your physician to be certain.

Question 4

frequent headache, stomach pain, back pain an right side. nauseous, dizzy. been happening 2 or 3 days now.

Accepted Answer

Abdominal pain: There are several possibilities including infection or pregnancy. Please talk with your parents and go to urgent care or ER for evaluation.

Question 5

experiencing lower abdomen pain, lower back pain, on my right side & missed period. also just discovered a cyst on my right lower neck region. related?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: It is unlikely that the cyst on your neck is related to the other symptoms. The other symptoms could be associated with a bladder infection, a pelvic imfection, appendicitis or a tubal pregnancy. See a doctor.

Question 6

what is causing my lower left side back pain?

Accepted Answer

Degenerative changes: This could either be from degenerative disc disease, a disc herniation or from degenerative arthritis.  If this is significantly limiting and/or painful then you should seek attention for this from an interventional pain management physician.

Question 7

what are the causes of lower left side back pain?

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Refer to answer: Causes of left sided lbp are left sided sciatica, left sided 
sacral ilitis, and rarely left sided pelvic lesions or inflammation.
We suggest refer to your physician to identify the problem and resolve the problem.

Question 8

chronic low right side back pain. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

See Spine Specialist: If stretching, nsaids and strengthening is not helping and you stated chronic, i would suggest being seen by a pain/spine specialist to evaluate this issue further.  You may need imaging studies, directed physical therapy or diagnostic procedures to figure this out further.

Question 9

what might be the cause of back pain on the left side?

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Several possiblities: Without a more precised description of location it's impossible to say, but it could be rib dysf., muscle cramps, pleurisy, kidney disease, quadratus lumborum spasm, etc. Etc.A proper history & physical exam, including an osteopathic hands-on exam might be able to determine the exact cause.

Question 10

what should i do if i have back pain in the right side?

Accepted Answer

It depends: If you have a fever or there are any urinary symptoms important to seek medical care.   The causes for right sided back pain are many.  If there for more than 48 hours with conservative care worth having an exam and more detailed history.

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Should i go to the er for this headache? it started last night, while jumping rope/working out. it was a sharp pain in the back of my head, on the right side only. it has lasted til now. advil seems to dull the pain, but it does not go away. it is worse w

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Back pain in the middle of my back on the right side worsens when im laying on my back and shortness of breath?

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Lower back pain/ feel like somebody kicked me in the back on the right side. body hot without fever /lightheaded/neropathy/headaches/and neck and shoulder pain. what could this be a sign of?

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Frequent headache, stomach pain, back pain an right side. nauseous, dizzy. been happening 2 or 3 days now.

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Experiencing lower abdomen pain, lower back pain, on my right side & missed period. also just discovered a cyst on my right lower neck region. related?

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What is causing my lower left side back pain?

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What are the causes of lower left side back pain?

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Chronic low right side back pain. what should i do?

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What might be the cause of back pain on the left side?

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What should i do if i have back pain in the right side?

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