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I have severe back pain coming on in the early hours of the morning 4am onwards so severe it hurts to breath or move. only relieved by bowel movement ?
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Bowels and back ache: It is not unusual in certain people for painful backs to be relieved by bm. It is not totally clear the mechanism, but it is a common observation by those who treat common back pain. You want to make certain that you have a colonoscopy to assure no ibs or diverticular disease.
Answered 8/27/2018
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Constipation: There are many causes of back pain. However, given that your back pain is relieved by bowel movements, it is likely from constipation.
Answered 8/27/2018
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