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What To Do Severe Back Pain?
i suffer from chronic back painf following failed back surgery, however for the past 10 days i have severe sharp pains when sitting or trying to stand. my doctor doesnt seem to care! and wont come out to see me. what can i do, i am sure this is a new injury and not related to my chronic pain syndrome
Fri, 2 May 2014
It is important to know that most such symptoms are part of the chronic disorder, and seldom part of anything new. Chronic back conditions are prone to flare-ups as you know. This sounds like an elevation in muscle spasms. So a trial of a new muscle relaxant would be in order, as well as a course of physical therapy. If the new symptoms persist for weeks despite treatment with medication/therapy, then an MRI would be warranted.
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