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mid to lower left back and side pain I have been having a terrible pain in my mid to lower back and it goes around to my left side it has been going on for a while now but it has gotten so.bad this week that I can barely stand or sit and it hurts to even lay down. should I got to the doctor about this what could it be?
It is very likely musculoskeletal, but if it has been going on for weeks to months, then you should have it evaluated, starting with an x-ray. A course of physical therapy or chiropractic could be the first treatment upon seeing a doctor, but you could start antiinflammatory medications (Advil/Alleve) at home.
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Reason For Severe Back Pain?
It is very likely musculoskeletal, but if it has been going on for weeks to months, then you should have it evaluated, starting with an x-ray. A course of physical therapy or chiropractic could be the first treatment upon seeing a doctor, but you could start antiinflammatory medications (Advil/Alleve) at home.