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I been having a sharp stabbing pain in my mid-back, mainly on the left side. if i lay down i can't get up because it hurts real bad. what could it be?

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Dr. Diane Brzezinski answered

Back pain: Can be many things in that area including a muscle spasm, pinched nerve or even a kidney stone or urinary tract issue. Depending on what brought it on should help answer that. Trying an anti inflammatory and some heat may help if its muscular related. If it persists or gets worse then go and get evaluated.

Answered 11/25/2015

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A member asked:

I been having a sharp stabbing pain in my mid-back, mainly on the left side. if i lay down i can't get up because it hurts real bad. what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Diane Brzezinski answered

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