Glossary

Lumbago

Lumbago

Also: Hexenschuss

Lumbago is a sudden, shooting pain in the lower back, commonly known as "acute back pain". It usually subsides after a few days; if paralysis, sensory disturbances, or bladder problems occur, immediate medical assessment is necessary.

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