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I got punched in my upper back while laying down. its been four days and it still hurts very bad. should i see a doctor?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: Need to be checked and possibly xray to rule out fracture.

Dr Borncamp agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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Yes: If you a lot of pain something most likely some thing wrong, chaeck it out.Good luck thanks.

Dr Kuitems and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 6/18/2022

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