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Having backache only right side. it hurts while i'm just sitting without motion. i did nothing before like carrying heavy stuff. how can o stop pain?

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Dr. Alexios Apazidis answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery

Back pain: Always could be muscle spasm. Does it feel better if you massage area? Concern for kidney stones as well.

Answered 1/28/2016

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