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Yesterday morning, as i was getting out of bed i suddenly felt a sharp pain shoot thru my lower back and it hasnt gone away. what could it be? spasms?

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Spasms, fracture?: Spasms and fracture must be considered. Evaluation by an individual with skills for backs would be very helpful.

Answered 1/6/2015

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Spasm may be!: Muscle spasms are common especially if you do unusual activity or over exercise. It should go away with rest in few days.

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