Frequently asked questions

The following are answers to commonly asked questions about lower back pain.

When should I worry about lower right back pain?

While lower right back pain is typically not anything serious, people should contact a doctor if their pain is severe or worsening. They should also get attention if they have painful urination, fever, nausea, or vomiting.

What causes lower back pain in females?

Beyond simple muscle strain or a pinched nerve in the lower back, female-specific causes include period pain, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, pelvic inflammatory disease, and pelvic pain during pregnancy.

How can you tell if back pain is muscular or something else?

Muscular back pain can be an aching or stiffness in the muscle of the lower back. However, a pinched nerve in the lower back or problems in the abdomen can be felt in the lower back.

Some causes include falls, twisting, or lifting heavy objects.

See a doctor if symptoms persist for more than a few days or fever develops.