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I have an intense lower back pain but i am u sure if it is a kidney stone or just muscle pain. is there any way to check? or other symptoms i should look for?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

There are: other causes of low back pain as well. Probably not a good idea to self-diagnose, you should go and get evaluated.

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 2/6/2019

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