Can a Cold Virus Affect Your Back?

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The discussion centers on the relationship between cold viruses, specifically rhinovirus, and lower back pain. Participants report experiencing significant lower back discomfort coinciding with severe cold symptoms, such as fever and muscle aches. While anecdotal evidence suggests a correlation, no definitive medical explanation is provided. The conversation highlights the need for further exploration into the effects of viral infections on musculoskeletal pain.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of common cold symptoms and their causes
  • Basic knowledge of the human musculoskeletal system
  • Familiarity with the role of inflammation in pain perception
  • Awareness of over-the-counter pain relief options, such as ibuprofen
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  • Research the connection between viral infections and musculoskeletal pain
  • Investigate the physiological effects of fever on muscle and joint pain
  • Learn about the role of the immune system in pain response during illness
  • Explore case studies or medical literature on cold viruses and atypical symptoms
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Individuals experiencing unexplained back pain during respiratory illnesses, healthcare professionals seeking to understand patient symptoms, and researchers studying the effects of viral infections on the body.

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Is it possible to have a cold virus in your back or affect your back. I recently had a very bad cold and now my lower back is killing me. My mom says you can have a cold in your back. Is this an old wives tale?
 
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I can't remember when it started, but for the longest time, I usually get sharp pains in my lower back whenever I get a bad cold. I am a 22 year-old in excellent physical condition. I NEVER have back problems--only when I get a bad cold.

Right now I am on day two of a pretty bad cold and my back hurts like I had been lifting 100lb boxes using only my lower back for the past week. I can't find any info on the internet about it. I have noticed that the pain is must worse when I have a fever too. (Ibuprofen helps quite a bit).
 
You have company here. https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=207965

Not that we came up with any useful answers, but since this is essentially the same question, I'm going to lock this thread. Feel free to continue the discussion in the open thread linked above.
 

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