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Back pain

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tom69824
tom69824

hi. I've had a back strain for the past 2 days. well this is day 2 of it in fact. thought it might have gone by now. it hasnt stopped me sleeping though. its like someone is pressing in and out when it happens which is regular enough. its in the upper right back even extending to shoulder blade. its a dull pain. my doc doesnt return til Tuesday (bank holiday) any advice welcome. i tried a hot water bottle on it last night. maybe ice is better. am worried also cos I'm having a kidney ultrasound soon in sept and was associating pain with that but maybe its too high up in back for that. its not stopping me bending down walking etc. cheers Kevin..

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  • elaine62759
    elaine62759 tom69824

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    Kidney pain would be in your lower back and is excruciating pain radiating to your side. If the area feels swollen try ice to reduce the swelling but if it's just stiff and tight try heat to relax the muscles and improve blood flow to the area. Hopefully it will be better in a few days!

    • tom69824
      tom69824 elaine62759

      Posted

      thanks elaine. still stiff but not as bad as yesterday. will use hit water bottle now.

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