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Can you have a back problem but not be in constant pain but pain that comes and goes?but when it hurts it is very painful.
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Back problem: Yes you can have a back problem that will cause pain as you describe. You should see your doctor to diagnosis the cause of the pain and give you proper treatment.
Answered 2/10/2014
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