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My back has been hurting for 5 days now in the middle, i haven't done anything out of my normal routine, why is this? and how can i stop it aching?

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Dr. John Cheng answered

Back pain: This could be muscular or due to scoliosis. You should be evaluated.

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Answered 5/2/2015

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