Hi cfc1963, Yes I have had occasional back pain, lower & upper (across bra strap area), generally less aches & pains since being on HRT and also started taking Turmeric as I've had an impinged shoulder previously which has been niggling in the last month. The most likely thing causing the pain is muscle strain & I've learned over the years you don't need to have been doing anything extreme/memorable for it to aggrevate, the most simple thing can set it off. I also suffer from IBS & reflux so get bloating on a regular basis, again much improved on HRT, probiotics & also I have lost weight/changed my diet. Can you self refer to physio in your area or MSK (muscleoscelatal service) they have an online advice page too. If you are able to try some simple pain relief, ibuprofen & paracetamol and if you can get a nice massage that might help. If the pain is unbearable you might need something stronger prescribed by GP for a short time but make sure you keep moving as much as you are able, the worst thing to do is to be inactive.
The other thing is that it could be reflux that is causing your pain although generally it tends to be chest pain. It sounds like you need some reassurance given I hope the dr provides that for you. Take care, keep posting on how your doing. x
