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I have a sharp pain in my upper right back. i assume it's a muscle spasm from backpacking, but is painful going on 5 days. can't sleep/work. thoughts?

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

That is possible: Could be due to a number of different thing. Treatment depends on the cause of your pain. Have it evaluated.

Answered 3/26/2014

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A member asked:

I have a sharp pain in my upper right back. i assume it's a muscle spasm from backpacking, but is painful going on 5 days. can't sleep/work. thoughts?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Payam Rafat answered

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