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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Pain In Upper Back Area
Question: I have pain in upper back for last one month and pain is more predominant when I cough,it seems pain is related to lungs.
Brief Answer:
may be Spine or Lung problem, examination and x ray advisable
Detailed Answer:
Dear Patient,
this may be a problem related to the upper spine like a muscular contraction or some spine issue like problems with the discs or other spine related problem.
The other main possibility is a lung problem such as pleurisy or other lung condition.
In a case like this i would usually first examine the spine and the lungs (physical exam). Depending on the findings, further diagnostics like taking x rays of spine/ lungs is advisble.
Best regards
may be Spine or Lung problem, examination and x ray advisable
Detailed Answer:
Dear Patient,
this may be a problem related to the upper spine like a muscular contraction or some spine issue like problems with the discs or other spine related problem.
The other main possibility is a lung problem such as pleurisy or other lung condition.
In a case like this i would usually first examine the spine and the lungs (physical exam). Depending on the findings, further diagnostics like taking x rays of spine/ lungs is advisble.
Best regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Veerisetty Shyamkumar
so that means , i must visit nearest doctor for physical examination.should i go to general physician or some specialist.
Brief Answer:
GP is ok for start
Detailed Answer:
Dear Patient,
The General physician may do the physical exam first, he will then deside if x rays or further specialist consultation is necessary.
Best regards
GP is ok for start
Detailed Answer:
Dear Patient,
The General physician may do the physical exam first, he will then deside if x rays or further specialist consultation is necessary.
Best regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Veerisetty Shyamkumar
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