Question 1

ive been having occasional  severe upper tummy and upper back pain ever since my c section back in 10\25. not sure what it could be?

Accepted Answer

Gastroenterologist: Consider seeing a gastroenterologist. This is the speciality that deals with upper abdominal pain. Gallbladder disease can cause upper abdominal and back pain. This is common after pregnancy.

Question 2

post c section 2 weeks ago.  have had severe upper back pain turns to upper abdominal pain then vomit.  feel fine after and before episode.   ?

Accepted Answer

C section psin: I am not entirely certain what is causing your symptoms but one possibility is that your intestines are not reaction well to recent surgery and are occasionally getting blocked.  I would call your Ob Gyn tomorrow to ask, or go to the ER tonight if you develop severe stomach cramps or nausea.  Feel better soon!

Question 3

how to treat severe upper back pain left side?

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Severe back pain: Anytime i hear severe, i would suggest a physician evaluate. Regarding the location, pain upper left (near shoulder blade) can suggest muscle spasm/tendinitis of shoulder, thoracic spine/disk problem, lung/heart disease, stomach/pancreas/spenic disorder. Seeing an md could help to determine the actual location and determine appropriate testing to get a diagnosis. Too little information.

Question 4

i have severe upper back pain. i took a ibu 800mg can i take a flexeril 5mg and be ok.

Accepted Answer

Drug Interactions.: Per Drugs.Com - no interaction was noted between flexeril and ibuprofen.  I am assuming this is plain ibuprofen (not a combination drug). See:  
https://www.drugs.com/interactions-check.php?drug_list=1310-0,758-386

Question 5

i have a medium to severe upper back pain when i straighten up my back.  it's been more than 2 weeks. tried heat, yoga, massage, nothing helps

Accepted Answer

Musculoskeletal pain: I think that your pain is of musculoskeletal origin. Your provider will prescribe nsaids , such as ibuprofen, before any extensive investigation.

Question 6

have had severe upper back pain for months. worsens while lying on back or after consuming alcohol. thoughts?

Accepted Answer

Pancreas?: How much alcohol do you consume and over how long a period? You could be suffering from pancreatitis. Pain from this organ which sits in the vicinity of your stomach radiates to the back. Go see your MD and avoid alcohol.

Question 7

severe upper back pain when initially lying down. hurts in chest too. anything serious? been going on for 5 months getting worse

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Back pain : It's difficult to determine the cause of the pain based on the limited description of symptoms. However progressive pain which is ongoing for five months is a red flag. I would recommend that you see a spine specialist or neurosurgeon to determine the cause of the pain and begin a treatment plan to eliminate it.

Question 8

my temperature at night is 100.5.  have severe upper back pain and chills in night.  what is wrong with me. temperature normal in the morning ?

Accepted Answer

Fever: Fever, chills and upper back pain suggest a significant problem. Please see a doctor for examination and appropriate tests.

Question 9

hello i have been dealing with severe upper back pain for about 8 years and have been seeing different doctors about it. none of them can seem to help?

Accepted Answer

Diagnosis: It would all completely come down to an accurate diagnosis of your condition.  It is only then that your treatment options can be known.  You might consider a referral to more of a university setting if you are not getting enough help locally.

Question 10

i had my gallbladder out 4 weeks ago, today i took paracetamol and codeine, after few hours i had severe upper back pain and nausea, is it related?

Accepted Answer

Call doctor: These symptoms could be due to problems related to your recent surgery.  You should contact a doctor, ideally your surgeon, right away.

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Severe upper back pain after c section

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Ive been having occasional severe upper tummy and upper back pain ever since my c section back in 10\25. not sure what it could be?

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Post c section 2 weeks ago. have had severe upper back pain turns to upper abdominal pain then vomit. feel fine after and before episode. ?

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How to treat severe upper back pain left side?

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I have severe upper back pain. i took a ibu 800mg can i take a flexeril 5mg and be ok.

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I have a medium to severe upper back pain when i straighten up my back. it's been more than 2 weeks. tried heat, yoga, massage, nothing helps

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Have had severe upper back pain for months. worsens while lying on back or after consuming alcohol. thoughts?

A member asked:

Severe upper back pain when initially lying down. hurts in chest too. anything serious? been going on for 5 months getting worse

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My temperature at night is 100.5. have severe upper back pain and chills in night. what is wrong with me. temperature normal in the morning ?

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Hello i have been dealing with severe upper back pain for about 8 years and have been seeing different doctors about it. none of them can seem to help?

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I had my gallbladder out 4 weeks ago, today i took paracetamol and codeine, after few hours i had severe upper back pain and nausea, is it related?

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