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Could Back Pain Be Treated By Advil?

I have back pain, right side, above waist, no symptoms otherwise of kidney infection nor do I get them. It's getting worse since last night when it started suddenly, Advil didn't dent it. Trying to figure out what's causing it. I'm physically active, no problems. Thanks! L
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Quite often the cause of back pain is musculoskeletal. You may have slept awkwardly, or incurred some other gradual physical trauma. Topical ice would help control the stifness/spasms. You also could apply topical pain cream such as Aspercreme. If there are no other symptoms, the it's just a matter of rest and pain control until it heals and resolves. But if over the counter pain meds aren't cutting it, then you may need to see your doctor to get something stronger, and/or a muscle relaxant. Another quick option is chiropractic.
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Could Back Pain Be Treated By Advil?

Quite often the cause of back pain is musculoskeletal. You may have slept awkwardly, or incurred some other gradual physical trauma. Topical ice would help control the stifness/spasms. You also could apply topical pain cream such as Aspercreme. If there are no other symptoms, the it s just a matter of rest and pain control until it heals and resolves. But if over the counter pain meds aren t cutting it, then you may need to see your doctor to get something stronger, and/or a muscle relaxant. Another quick option is chiropractic.