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Back Pain: Causes and Associated Diseases

Back pain is a common complaint that can affect people of all ages. It can range from a mild ache to a debilitating condition that makes it difficult to work, sleep, or enjoy life.

Description

Back pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

Muscle strain or injury
Joint inflammation
Arthritis
Disc herniation
Sciatica
Spinal stenosis

The type of back pain you experience will depend on the cause. For example, muscle strain or injury will typically cause pain that is worse with movement, while arthritis may cause pain that is worse in the morning or after a period of inactivity.

Associated Diseases

Back pain can be associated with a number of other diseases, including:

Obesity
Diabetes
Heart disease
Cancer

These diseases can increase your risk of developing back pain, and they can also make back pain worse.

Did you Know ?

Back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. It affects more than 500 million people each year.

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