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What Causes Back Pain, Gas, Mild Fever And Burning Cough?
Question: I have subtle pains in both sides of my back through the midsection combined with gas. I am not sure this is related but I also have a low grade fever combined with a burning cough. No congestion or sore throat. Definitely upsetting my day and especially sleep. It's been going on for a couple days now.
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Brief Answer:
Need details
Detailed Answer:
Hello
My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. You mentioned that you are having back pain along with gas problem. I would be in a better position to guide you if you answer following questions:
1. Does pain occur in stomach region or in chest behind sternum?
2. Does pain occur in your left shoulder or along jaw?
3. Is there association of pain with food? I mean does it aggravate with food or without food?
4. Are you on any kind of medication other than advil?
5. Is there any history of loose motions or constipation?
6. Is there any past history of chronic illness like heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, etc?
7. Any family history of illness like hepatitis, cancer, etc?
8. Do you have a sedentary life style? Do you perform any physical activity?
I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
Need details
Detailed Answer:
Hello
My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. You mentioned that you are having back pain along with gas problem. I would be in a better position to guide you if you answer following questions:
1. Does pain occur in stomach region or in chest behind sternum?
2. Does pain occur in your left shoulder or along jaw?
3. Is there association of pain with food? I mean does it aggravate with food or without food?
4. Are you on any kind of medication other than advil?
5. Is there any history of loose motions or constipation?
6. Is there any past history of chronic illness like heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, etc?
7. Any family history of illness like hepatitis, cancer, etc?
8. Do you have a sedentary life style? Do you perform any physical activity?
I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
1. no
2. i have had left shoulder pain why i lie down since a bicyle accident 4 years ago, maily shoulder blade.
3. No
4. No, forgot to mention i take daily supplements, probiotic, fish oil, magnesium, D3 and vitamin C, sometimes coconut oil.
5. constipation, lately stools have been thick and dark
6. diabetes father, died at 65
7. No
8. used to be very physical and fit. last year in March i hurt my back and have been off my normal training and yoga. I only stretch now in morning and play golf when i can.
Important: i have seen a drastic decease in energy lately and last night had to pee several times during nigh
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2. i have had left shoulder pain why i lie down since a bicyle accident 4 years ago, maily shoulder blade.
3. No
4. No, forgot to mention i take daily supplements, probiotic, fish oil, magnesium, D3 and vitamin C, sometimes coconut oil.
5. constipation, lately stools have been thick and dark
6. diabetes father, died at 65
7. No
8. used to be very physical and fit. last year in March i hurt my back and have been off my normal training and yoga. I only stretch now in morning and play golf when i can.
Important: i have seen a drastic decease in energy lately and last night had to pee several times during nigh
t
Brief Answer:
Could be maldigestion & muscular spasm
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank you for getting back with the answers. I have gone through hem. There could be a number of causes for your symptoms which can be rued out by performing some investigations like ultrasound abdomen, ECG, CBC, stool & urine examination. Most probable causes can be:
1. Acid peptic disease:
Ulcer in stomach can cause pain, gas & burning cough. Also if ulcer bleeds then it makes stool dark colored.
2. Cholelithiasis(stones in gall bladder)
It causes pain in abdomen radiating to back. It can be confirmed by undergoing ultrasound abdomen.
3. Muscular Spasm:
A muscular spam can result in pain on back. It has high probability as you have history of trauma on back as well.
4. Maldigestion:
Sometimes person's body does not digest some particular food properly resulting in maldigestion. It results in bloating & pain.
5. Heart Pathology:
It can be ruled out on ECG.
If i were your treating doctor then i would have advised you above mentioned tests including blood sugar levels. Meanwhile for temporary relief i would have advised:
> ibuprofen twice a day for pain
> high fiber diet including fresh fruits & juices to avoid constipation.
> SIMETHICONE which comes under different brand name like Mi-Acid Gas Relief. It is an OTC medicine for gas.
> take hot water in a rubber bottle & place it at the site of pain in leisure time. It will give soothing effect.
Conclusion:
> Could be maldigestion & muscular spasm for which relief should occur in 2-3 days.
> Increased urination with lethargy needs evaluation(on priority) to rule out diabetes & Urinary tract infection for which you need to visit hospital.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
Could be maldigestion & muscular spasm
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank you for getting back with the answers. I have gone through hem. There could be a number of causes for your symptoms which can be rued out by performing some investigations like ultrasound abdomen, ECG, CBC, stool & urine examination. Most probable causes can be:
1. Acid peptic disease:
Ulcer in stomach can cause pain, gas & burning cough. Also if ulcer bleeds then it makes stool dark colored.
2. Cholelithiasis(stones in gall bladder)
It causes pain in abdomen radiating to back. It can be confirmed by undergoing ultrasound abdomen.
3. Muscular Spasm:
A muscular spam can result in pain on back. It has high probability as you have history of trauma on back as well.
4. Maldigestion:
Sometimes person's body does not digest some particular food properly resulting in maldigestion. It results in bloating & pain.
5. Heart Pathology:
It can be ruled out on ECG.
If i were your treating doctor then i would have advised you above mentioned tests including blood sugar levels. Meanwhile for temporary relief i would have advised:
> ibuprofen twice a day for pain
> high fiber diet including fresh fruits & juices to avoid constipation.
> SIMETHICONE which comes under different brand name like Mi-Acid Gas Relief. It is an OTC medicine for gas.
> take hot water in a rubber bottle & place it at the site of pain in leisure time. It will give soothing effect.
Conclusion:
> Could be maldigestion & muscular spasm for which relief should occur in 2-3 days.
> Increased urination with lethargy needs evaluation(on priority) to rule out diabetes & Urinary tract infection for which you need to visit hospital.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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