A member asked:

Progressive, extremely severe thoracic back pain at night, for months. tried chiro, massage, accu, nsaids, antacids.mri w/o contrast was normal.ideas?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Diagnose: What you really need now is a diagnosis. Why would a 30 yo have sever back pain with a normal MRI? It suggests it may be non musculoskeletal. Things like pancreatitis, ulcer disease, and a variety of medical conditions can cause back pain. You may need to start over with a detailed exam and further studies to explain the source of your pain. Then appropriate treatment can be given.

Answered 10/17/2014

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