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I am 18 and i've had back pain as long as i can remember....its gotten so bad that i get sharp, sudden pain in my lower back so bad that i can't move.?

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Dr. Mehul Desai answered

Checked out: Given the severity of your pain you will likely need x-rays and an mri, often you women will have spondylolysis (fracture in the back of the spine or failure of development of a certain aspect of the spine). See your doctor as soon as possible.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

I am 18 and i've had back pain as long as i can remember....its gotten so bad that i get sharp, sudden pain in my lower back so bad that i can't move.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mehul Desai answered

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