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I fell down a flight of 20(step) stairs about 2 yrs ago. after about 6mnth my back begin to hurt bad. now i barely get sleep and in constant pain. hlp?

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Dr. Richard Maughon answered

Pain: Need to be evaluated for possible disk problem. Do you have pain that travels into your legs? Do you have any weakness in your legs? Any change in your bowel or bladder habits? These are important questions that your doctor will want to know the answers to. Get evaluated.

Dr Ibrahim and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/22/2015

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A member asked:

I fell down a flight of 20(step) stairs about 2 yrs ago. after about 6mnth my back begin to hurt bad. now i barely get sleep and in constant pain. hlp?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Maughon answered

Dr Ibrahim and another doctor agreed

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