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I had lower back pain mainly at l4-l5 level slightly to the right 4 months ago episodic increase with bending standing relieve by nsaids or long rest ?
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Have it evaluated: While it can be a mechanical issue, young males with back pain may have an inflammatory arthritis (ankylosing spondylitis) as the cause.
Answered 8/31/2017
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