What Is The Cause Of Your Lower Left Back Pain?

Posted on Sat, 6 Jan 2018

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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.

Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Seems like pinched nerve.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

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

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T