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Possible Culprits in Right Side Back
Pain
Any type of back pain can be a challenging problem to deal
with. Discomfort in this area of the body can lead to
difficulty getting around and enjoying the activities that you
are used to. The large majority of back pain is caused by
muscle strain, and will take care of itself over a period of
time with the help of over the counter medications and other
home remedies. However, right side back pain may have other
causes, which may warrant a visit to the doctor for a
definitive diagnosis and effective treatment plan. It is
important to understand what some of the culprits in right side
back pain might be.
Infection
If you are experiencing right side back pain that begins as a
dull ache and gradually increases in intensity, and is
accompanied by other symptoms like fever and nausea, you may
have a urinary tract infection. Other symptoms of an infection
may include a burning sensation while urinating or a constant
pressure in the bladder. If you suspect that the reason for
your right side back pain might be a urinary tract infection,
it is a good idea to make an appointment with your doctor. He
can do a urine test to determine whether you do indeed have an
infection, and prescribe medication if this does turn out to be
the problem.
Hernia
A hernia could be another reason for right side back pain,
especially if the pain is localized to the lower back area.
Although a hernia is not a life-threatening condition, it does
require treatment by a doctor to avoid possible complications
and further pain. In many cases, the best course of action for
a hernia is surgery. The good news is that by repairing the
hernia, you will be able to get rid of your right side back
pain once and for all.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome is another condition that can cause
right side back pain. This type of pain is generally more
widespread, and may include other symptoms like bloating, gas,
nausea and fatigue. Irritable bowel syndrome can be treated
through a high fiber diet and an increased intake of liquids.
Your doctor may also prescribe medications or other types of
treatment to care for your irritable bowel syndrome. If you get
this potentially painful condition under control through these
methods, you should notice a significant reduction in your
right side back pain as well.
There are any number of reasons that you could be experiencing
right side back pain, and not all of them are related to muscle
strains and pulls. This is why it is a good idea to see your
doctor about right side back pain so that you can get an
accurate diagnosis and an effective treatment plan.
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