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I have a sharp pain at the top right side of my back what could this be?

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Dr. Bradley Butkovich answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Could be a : Lot of things from shoulder strain, scapular pain, winging, nerve irritation, shingles, etc. You probably need to be more specific.

Answered 2/20/2014

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Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Sharp: A vertebrae, rib or pleural problem. Sould be easy to figure out by a trained professional.

Answered 2/20/2014

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A member asked:

I have a sharp pain at the top right side of my back what could this be?

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