Can Sneezing Cause Back Pain?
- Back Pain and Sciatica - Causes
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
- Self-Care
- Medications
Symptoms and Causes
The origin of the pain is often unknown, and imaging studies may fail to determine its cause. Disk disease, spinal arthritis, and muscle spasms are the most common diagnoses. Other problems can also cause back pain, however.
Muscle and Ligament Injuries/Lumbar Strain
Strain and injury to the muscles and ligaments supporting the back are the major causes of low back pain. The pain is typically more spread out in the muscles next to the spine, and may be associated with spasms in...
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Sneezing
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A sneeze is a sudden, forceful, involuntary burst of air through the nose and mouth.See also:AllergenAllergic rhinitisAllergy to mold, dander,... Read more »
Sneezing
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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