Question 1

wore really high heels and got sharp pain in side of back?

Accepted Answer

High Heels: Cause the back to be in lordosis [sway back] this could have caused your pain.

Question 2

is there some relation to an ailment of the bowels and the pain in side of my waist and left side of back?

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There can be: Not all back pain is necessarily from the spine elements.  Pain can be referred to the back from other regions including the abdomen like diverticulitis,  appendicitis,  an ulcer, gallbladder problems, pancreatitis, etc.  If the symptoms bother you enough, you should be evaluated.

Question 3

what can be done about intense pain in side of ribcage left upper back?

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See your doctor: This problem can only be solved by seeing your doctor and being evaluated face-to-face.  After a thorough examination, your doctor should be able to tell you what's wrong and what to do about it.

Question 4

greater trochanteric syndrome?wake up in night with pain in side of hip/thigh which goes as soon as i turn over, to come back when lying on side?

Accepted Answer

Hip pain: sound like hip has inflammation, consistent with trochanteric bursitis, Typically treated with ice, NSIADS and possilbe injection of steroids

Question 5

for about 5 mins when i would breath in i would get sharp pain in side of neck & chest n lower left side of back why would this happen ?

Accepted Answer

Ice or heat,rest: pain that occurs with breathing in can be Pleurisy, where lining of lungs are inflamed &amp; breathing in is painful. Also pain could be due to muscle spasm, paraspinal muscles along the spine can spasm, along with muscles left side of neck, causing pain.  Rest &amp; take it easy, try OTC aleve (naproxen) 1 tablet with food twice daily for a few days, see MD if no better. Physical Therapy helpful if muscle spasm

Question 6

still have pain in side which moves to front abdomen since having the flu in early jan. had scan of intestines in late jan. which came back normal. ?

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Post-infectious: Post-infectious functional GI disorders are common and may be consistent with ibs or gastroparesis. You will get better, though it may take some time. Probiotics may very well help.

Question 7

i am 38 weeks pregnant and have real achy legs and  sharp and full pain in side of back is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Common: It is common to have aching in the legs and back pain in late pregnancy. Warm bath might help. Good luck.

Question 8

i have pain in side (ribs) and back, bloating, gas and recently feel full after any consumption. no vomit but feel like food might come out. whats up?

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This is dispepsia: These are  signs of what we call "dyspepsia". It is most of the time related to your diet. Greasy food, spicy food, soda are the most common culprits. However any food can make you feel like this. And you have to find out what food your body doesn't digest properly. Also consider regular exercise to lose weight if you're overweight.

Question 9

have on & off pain in side of right breast dr scheduled ultrasound. worried!! she mentioned tendency for lumpy breasts. what does this mean??

Accepted Answer

You are young: As the body ages the breast tissue can become cystic and develop lumps that are benign. In your case check to see family history. Have your ultra sound and then ask your doctor is diagnostic mammogram is indicated

Question 10

shoulder blade and ribs tender and warm to the touch, back pain radiating towards ribs. pain in side of stomach that radiates.

Accepted Answer

Go to ED: Its hard to diagnose these symptoms without a good history of your recent activity, how athletic you are normally, your medical history, list of meds, and a good physical exam. I suggest you go see a doctor, either your GP, a doctor at an urgent care center, or an ED at a hospital to get a doctor to examine you to see what's going on

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What does it mean to have pain in side of your back

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Wore really high heels and got sharp pain in side of back?

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Is there some relation to an ailment of the bowels and the pain in side of my waist and left side of back?

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What can be done about intense pain in side of ribcage left upper back?

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Greater trochanteric syndrome?wake up in night with pain in side of hip/thigh which goes as soon as i turn over, to come back when lying on side?

A member asked:

For about 5 mins when i would breath in i would get sharp pain in side of neck & chest n lower left side of back why would this happen ?

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Still have pain in side which moves to front abdomen since having the flu in early jan. had scan of intestines in late jan. which came back normal. ?

A member asked:

I am 38 weeks pregnant and have real achy legs and sharp and full pain in side of back is this normal?

A member asked:

I have pain in side (ribs) and back, bloating, gas and recently feel full after any consumption. no vomit but feel like food might come out. whats up?

A member asked:

Have on & off pain in side of right breast dr scheduled ultrasound. worried!! she mentioned tendency for lumpy breasts. what does this mean??

A member asked:

Shoulder blade and ribs tender and warm to the touch, back pain radiating towards ribs. pain in side of stomach that radiates.

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