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What to do if i have back pain when i cough or laugh..?

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Dr. Nathaniel Drourr answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Work up: Back pain with coughing/laughing/sneezing could indicate disc herniation. Pls get it worked up by your doc. .Mri.

Dr Iwata agreed

Answered 1/9/2021

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