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1: 35-year-old man with a history of anxiety and chronic marijuana use, and a history of...

1: 35-year-old man with a history of anxiety and chronic marijuana use, and a history of chronic back pain. No current medications or other history but he has been consistently complaining of back pain since joining the Thursday night league volleyball team. Single, lives alone, and works at a fast food restaurant. Heterosexual and consistent use of protection (barrier).

List three differential diagnoses with explanation

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1. Muscle or ligament strain as a resulth of awkward movement while playing

2. Bulging or ruptured disc as nerve may be oressed because of ruptured disc

3. Anxiety disorder as Excessive and chronic anxiety is a potent root cause for back pain

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