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Sharp pains in my ribs when i cough, take a deep breathe, etc. also abdominal swelling. lower back pain. constipation.. what's wrong with me?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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Hard to discern: The chest sounds like pleurisy with viral pneumonia, and can have abdominal component. Full history and exam will be needed, and perhaps x-rays.

Answered 8/30/2015

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A member asked:

Sharp pains in my ribs when i cough, take a deep breathe, etc. also abdominal swelling. lower back pain. constipation.. what's wrong with me?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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