A member asked:

Once in a while i get a strong pain on the side of my back. what is it and how do i treat it?

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Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewis answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Flank pain: Several conditions come to mind: muscle spasm, muscle strain, kidney stone, broken rib… see pcp for exam & evaluation of your pain. Muscle problems may resolve with heat, nsaids, & stretching. Other problems may require more extensive evaluation like blood tests or imaging studies (x-rays).

Answered 9/28/2016

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