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Pain in lower right back. pulled muscle i think. it's been a week. any suggestions? i don't take meds. just a back strain i hope? what can it be?
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Give it time or: If it is a "pulled muscle" it will get better over time with some local heat applications & rest with some restriction of activity. If the pain is severe, then you may want to check with your doctor to make sure that it is not another issue like a kidney stone or other source of pain.
Answered 12/9/2013
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