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When i work, after a few hours my left side starts hurting in my back towards my ribs. it only helps when i bend over a little?

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Dr. Hasan Khondker answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Muscle strain?: sounds like a muscle strain from overuse. you should rest a few days and see if it improves..if not consult a physician to have it examined

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/16/2014

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A member asked:

When i work, after a few hours my left side starts hurting in my back towards my ribs. it only helps when i bend over a little?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hasan Khondker answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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