Suggest Treatment For Persistent Pain In Upper Back Area

Posted on Fri, 24 Jun 2016

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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.

Answered by Dr. Ralf Von Seckendorff (5 minutes later)

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

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Veerisetty Shyamkumar

Follow up: Dr. Ralf Von Seckendorff (11 minutes later)

so that means , i must visit nearest doctor for physical examination.should i go to general physician or some specialist.

Answered by Dr. Ralf Von Seckendorff (7 minutes later)

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

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Veerisetty Shyamkumar