Burning sensation in the back can be caused by a variety of reasons, generally considered to be caused by physiological factors, herpes zoster, contact dermatitis, localized purulent infections and so on. Need by the physician according to the patient’s different causes, to take appropriate treatment measures and methods. 1. Physiological factors: when the human body is in a high-temperature environment for a long time or in the sun for a long time, due to the strong exposure to ultraviolet rays can appear back with a burning sensation and so on. 2. Herpes zoster: due to herpes virus infection, herpes virus invasion of the intercostal nerve can cause burning sensation on the back, accompanied by pain and skin eruptions and other manifestations. 3. Contact dermatitis: caused by allergic factors or contact with some physical and chemical factors, which can cause burning sensation on the back with itching and other symptoms. 4. Localized purulent infections: such as localized folliculitis, boils and other skin infections can lead to a burning sensation in the back, which can be accompanied by localized pimples with redness, swelling and pain and other symptoms. Burning sensation on the back need to go to the hospital, clear diagnosis of the cause of the disease for targeted treatment.