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A 31-year-old male asked:

What'd cause left upper back pain concentrated at one spot but moves around the left upper back area. its more below & side of the left shoulder blade? could this be related to similar luq pain ?

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Dr. Clarence Scottanswered

Internal Medicine 37 years experience

Nephrolithiasis: The kidneys are retroperitoneal and located in the area mentioned. Have you done a urinalysis lately?

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Dr. Charles Cattano commented

Gastroenterology 41 years experience

Gallstones possible too, but usually refer to right upper back. Problem may originate above or below diaphragm. Evaluation is warranted.

Jan 24, 2014

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