Question 1

what causes severe back pain?

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Low back pain: Many, many possibilities. Most often just sprain/strain, but could also be fracture, tumor, infection, disc problems, spurs, stenosis, among others.

Question 2

what could cause severe back pain?

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Many causes: Many possible causes
you should see a spine specialist to evaulate this problem.

Question 3

what are tests for severe back pain?

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X-ray/MRI: X-rays and mris are often done in conjunction with a physical exam to determine the cause of back pain. However, these are usually not needed early on in care. Certain symptoms may indicate the need for imaging to be done sooner. Nerve studies may also be helpful.

Question 4

i am experiencing  severe back pain.

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Many possibilities: It can be musculoskeletal which is usually worse  with motion but  serious internal problems can also have  back pain. Without more data your best decision would be to see your physician to clarify your problem.

Question 5

how do i manage my severe back pain?

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Exercise: I'd suggest you see a physician since you describe your pain as severe. If you are given a clean bill of health a stretching and strengthening program is a good place to start.

Question 6

what might cause my severe back pain?

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Numerous things: seek a doctor for help. It can range from simple sprain/strain, to spine fractures, to very symptomatic sacroiliitis, to tumor, to vascular problem, to things in you gastrointestinal tract, to cardiac problems. You will need to be examined to arrive at a diagnosis.

Question 7

how can i alleviate severe back pain?

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Stretch: There are many causes of low back pain. Usually acute back or hip pain will improve over 1-2 weeks with anti-inflammatories, gentle streching, and use of heat/ice.  If your pain does not improve or gets worse you should contact your physician.

Question 8

what would   relieve severe back pain?

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No right answer: There are many potential causes for back pain both mild and severe. The best thing to do particularly if your back pain is severe is to see your doctor. Then he/she can help you determine the proper way to have this evaluated.

Question 9

how to help a friend with severe back pain?

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Doctor time: Can you get them to see a doctor ?
Lots of conditions cause severe back pain. 
You can tell them it was my idea. 
( sometimes it helps if you tell them you asked a neurologist what to do).

Question 10

i'm having severe back pain what can i take?

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Depends or general h: The safety of medications will depend on your general health. Simple things like aspirin or Tylenol is the place to start

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