The short explanation
Yes, please take her to a bigger hospital soon. Back pain that lasts for weeks, is worse at night, and comes with fever and weight loss needs proper investigation, because these are warning signs that something other than a simple muscle strain may be going on. Possible causes include infections of the spine, such as tuberculosis of the spine, which is still seen in India, or other conditions that need specific treatment. These are treatable, but they need tests such as blood tests, an X-ray and often an MRI scan to find.
What depends on your situation
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- A district hospital or medical college hospital can arrange these tests at low cost. Bring any previous reports and a list of medicines.
- Mention any contact with someone who had tuberculosis, a cough, night sweats or loss of appetite.
- Pain balm can ease muscle pain but does not treat the cause of these symptoms.
What this answer cannot determine
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- This answer cannot tell what is causing her symptoms. That needs a doctor's examination and tests.
Questions for your clinician
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- What tests are needed to find the cause of her back pain?
- Could this be tuberculosis of the spine or another infection?
- Does she need an MRI?
- What treatment will she need?
When to seek help
Clinician-approved guidance for this topic. When in doubt, being seen is never the wrong choice.
Emergency — call 112 now
- Call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department if she develops leg weakness, numbness around the genitals or bottom, or loss of bladder or bowel control.
Book an appointment soon
- See a doctor at a district or medical college hospital within a few days for back pain with fever and weight loss.
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