Not just a pulled muscle: The warning signs that prove your back pain requires investigation | Dr. Itai Gal
Dr. Itai Gal explains that back pain is not always caused by a pulled muscle and can indicate problems in the kidneys, heart, pancreas, aorta, or lungs. The article details red flag warning signs that require urgent medical investigation and distinguishes between mechanical pain and pain originating from internal organs.
Dr. Itai Gal warns that back pain is not always the result of a pulled muscle and can indicate serious medical issues in internal organs. The article details possible sources of referred pain to the back: kidney pain from stones or infection, accompanied by fever, chills, nausea, and blood in urine; aortic problems, manifesting as sudden and severe pain with weakness, sweating, and shortness of breath; pancreatitis causing upper abdominal pain radiating to the back; and gallbladder issues appearing after a fatty meal. Also listed are orthopedic "red flags": pain after trauma, leg weakness, loss of sensation in the groin, loss of sphincter control, fever, weight loss, pain that wakes from sleep, and a history of cancer. The article emphasizes the importance of knowing one's personal pain pattern and recommends consulting a doctor in case of new and different pain, especially when accompanied by systemic symptoms.