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Hi, my back is painful (lower back) when i'm seated and gets worse when i'm sleeping also during the day ill have sharp pains and stiffness. please advice as to what i should do or who i should see?
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Your primary doctor : Is a good start, if no 1ry doctor, a neurologist/neurosurgeon would be the next step, meanwhile, rest as much as you Can, warm compresses on lower back, NSAIDS, unless contraindicated , and don't exceed recommended dosage and duration, good luck
Answered 3/25/2022
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