Question 1

33yr old female 112 lbs when is upper back pain something to worry about or a serious condition inbetween shoulders healthy asni know of?

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Exam will be needed: Very long differential diagnosis for any kind of back pain. Best to see your physician in person since a physical exam will be key in determining the most likely cause.

Question 2

is upper back pain normal with acid reflux?

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Sometimes...: Severe heartburn can cause some referred pain to the mid-back but should not be immediately dismissed as it could be due to more serious issues.

Question 3

is upper back pain, seeming to come from under the shoulder blade, actually shoulder (not back) pain?

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I can be....: This type of pain can be caused by either a back or shoulder problem or both. Commonly caused by tendonitis of the shoulder that causes increased friction between the shoulder blade where it rubs against the spine and ribs, .

Question 4

is upper back pain normal before my period?

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Not usually: Upper back pain (like between your shoulder blades) is an unusual presentation for premenstrual pain. It is possible that with the breast changes that occur premenstrually your posture changes causing the back pain.

Question 5

is upper back pain considered one of the signs of breast cancer?

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By itself, no: Many people have back pain; so back pain by itself is not a sign of breast cancer. However, if you have a history of breast cancer or if you find a lump in your breast or axilla (armpit), then you should check with your doctor since breast cancer frequently travels to bone. If the backpain persists, do go see your doctor (not necessary for breast cancer, but to evalaute also for other reasons).

Question 6

is upper back pain a possible symptom of a heart attack?

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Yes: But it could be so many other things as well from reflux to problems with liver, kidneys, musckes, stomach, gallbladder, lungs, aorta, erc. Have it evaluatedsnyder a physician as it may be nothing or it may be serious.

Question 7

is upper back pain or lower back pain involved with a urinary tract infection?

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Both: Pain in the upper part of your lumbar spine, just at the level where ribs begin is possible.  Lower back pain is more common.

Question 8

when when is upper back pain a symptom of lung or breast cancer ? been present 2 yrs. up right.mri spine ok. mam ok. chest xray ok. chronic everyday

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Pains may not be: Related to cancer , as it is  2 yr duration , speak to your doctor to find the cause of pain  as several other benign conniptions will cause.

Question 9

upper back pain ?

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Using this site: You get the most from this site when you provide detailed information about a health issue followed by a clear related question. In its present form your post is too vague to respond.Please start over and include a clear question so a focused response can be provided in the limited space allowed.

Question 10

ok have bad upper back pain?

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PT: Was probably just muscle pain. I would recommend you get into a formal course of physical therapy along with anti-inflammatory medications. This should do the trick.

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