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What Is The Cause Of Your Lower Left Back Pain?
Question: I have been experiencing intermittent, severe stabbing pain in my lower left back for 12+ hours. Hard to move and get comfortable. Deep breaths can be difficult.
Brief Answer:
Seems like pinched nerve.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using Healthcaremagic to post your health query.
I read carefully your question and I understand your concern.
It looks like you may be experiencing a pinched nerve in your back.
Continue using Naproxen but also you can add paracetamol 500mg, every 4 hours, if Naproxen is not enough.
Also, you can apply a local analgesic, and massage gently.
Bed rest is not recommended, so moving as much as you can is good. Stop if feel pain. Don't overuse.
If worse or not better, I would recommend seeing a local doctor who can examine you and perform needed tests.
Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications.
Regards,
Dr. Papaqako
Seems like pinched nerve.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using Healthcaremagic to post your health query.
I read carefully your question and I understand your concern.
It looks like you may be experiencing a pinched nerve in your back.
Continue using Naproxen but also you can add paracetamol 500mg, every 4 hours, if Naproxen is not enough.
Also, you can apply a local analgesic, and massage gently.
Bed rest is not recommended, so moving as much as you can is good. Stop if feel pain. Don't overuse.
If worse or not better, I would recommend seeing a local doctor who can examine you and perform needed tests.
Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications.
Regards,
Dr. Papaqako
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