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I had muscle strain or muscles spasms,where i was feeling discomfort on my right lumbar i even went for x-ray and i was said that am okay but am feeling some discomfort until now it's almost a month now ,can it be something?

Q: i had muscle strain or muscles spasms,where i was feeling discomfort on my right lumbar i even went for x-ray and i was said that am okay but am feeling some discomfort until now it's almost a month now ,can it be something?

: You need to have your back examined by a doctor in order to know what the problem is. You may need physical therapy if it proves to be muscle-related. A month is quite a while so, if it is not getting better, see your doctor for evaluation. Good luck to you!

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

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You need to have your back examined by a doctor in order to know what the problem is. You may need physical therapy if it proves to be muscle-related. A month is quite a while so, if it is not getting better, see your doctor for evaluation. Good luck to you!

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/27/2023

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A member asked:

I had muscle strain or muscles spasms,where i was feeling discomfort on my right lumbar i even went for x-ray and i was said that am okay but am feeling some discomfort until now it's almost a month now ,can it be something?

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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