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Suggest Treatment For Chronic Lower Back Pain And Weight Loss

My brother Rob, is 42 years old, 6 5 and 118lbs. hes having cronic lower back pain, easily bruises, rapid weight loss, can t hold much down all food smells make him nauseated even things that normally bring him to the kitchen now send him running outside. he s light headed when he stands. he still has energy but not as much as normal and he is always hungry. any ideas? Thank You, Lena Woods
posted on Tue, 6 Sep 2016
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Hello,

Chronic back pain with weight loss warrants a thorough medical examination to rule out serious conditions such as tumors. He will very likely need a CT scan of the spine as a first step. Other tests will be needed but will be decided after a thorough history and physical examination.

I hope this answers your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Chronic Lower Back Pain And Weight Loss

Hello, Chronic back pain with weight loss warrants a thorough medical examination to rule out serious conditions such as tumors. He will very likely need a CT scan of the spine as a first step. Other tests will be needed but will be decided after a thorough history and physical examination. I hope this answers your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician