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.
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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Information Question: What causes fever blisters? Answer: A fever blister located on the lips, mouth, and face is usually caused by the... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Diseases that fall under spondyloarthritis umbrella are ankylosing spondylitis, reactive arthritis (known previously as Reiter's syndrome) psoriatic... Read more »
Americans' work commutes are getting longer, and the long car rides are literally getting on people's nerves--particularly the nerves in the back.... Read more »