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What causes pain in your back just below your shoulder blade thar hurts when you take deep breaths?
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Sounds like: Slipped rib. See your doctor and if he finds nothing concerning, have him send you to a physical therapist for treatment of rib dysfunction.
Answered 9/18/2017
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