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I have had severe lower back pain for the past few weeks, i just started getting a sore throat and cough. should i see my doctor?

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Dr. Randy Villanueva answered

Depends: If theres no explanation for your back pain like lifting someting or straining, and its getting worse esp w fever. Then u need to be evuated.

Answered 2/24/2018

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A member asked:

I have had severe lower back pain for the past few weeks, i just started getting a sore throat and cough. should i see my doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Randy Villanueva answered

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