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Aching pain on and off while at work in my lower back i lift heavy items all day but it feels like i need to defecate also but having no constapation?

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Dr. James Rotchford answered

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Hard to say: I would be concerned about disk disease between the fourth and fifth lumbar vertabrae. Time for a good exam I would say, particularly with the type of work you do.

Answered 6/17/2015

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A member asked:

Aching pain on and off while at work in my lower back i lift heavy items all day but it feels like i need to defecate also but having no constapation?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Rotchford answered

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