Causes of Pain in the Upper Left Side of the Back in Women
Disease description:
A while ago, during a gynecological examination, I was found to have an ovarian cyst. Now, the upper left side of my back is hurting for no apparent reason. Why is this happening?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
Pain in the upper left side of the back in women commonly results from the following causes:
1. Muscle strain: Prolonged poor posture or engaging in heavy physical labor may damage the muscles and fascia in this area, causing pain.
2. Shoulder periarthritis: Inflammation around the shoulder joint may cause pain radiating to the upper left side of the back.
3. Nerve pain: For example, neuralgia caused by herpes zoster typically presents as pain along the nerve distribution in a band-like pattern, accompanied by rash and blisters. Additionally, sciatica mainly affects the lower back and legs, but can sometimes cause pain in the upper back.
4. Lung diseases: Conditions such as pulmonary infection, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism, or pleurisy may also cause back pain, especially when pain worsens during deep breathing.
5. Gastrointestinal issues: Digestive system diseases such as gastric ulcers, cholecystitis, or pancreatitis can sometimes cause referred pain to the back.
6. Gynecological conditions: Gynecological diseases such as endometriosis, ovarian cysts, or pelvic inflammatory disease can sometimes lead to lower back or generalized back pain.
