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I'm only 5 weeks pregnant and my lower back hurts really bad. last night the sharp pain went up my spine! is this normal?

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Could be many things: The differential diagnosis could be Uti, threatened abortion, ectopic pregnancy, etc. An appointment should be made to an ob-gyn for an ultrasound. If the pain increases, then a visit to the ER may need to happen.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 5/17/2015

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