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Have pain to touch on left rib cage starting at bottom rib up to almost my arm pit. no injury. doesn't bother me otherwise.could this be lymph node?

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No: This may represent a chest wall inflammation or infection. Get examined and get an xray. Additionally this may be a prodrome of shingles: watch for a blistering rash and seek medical attention.

Answered 9/29/2016

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