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Runny nose, dry throat, and a little bit of a cough. when i take a deep breath, i get a sharp pain in my lower right back?

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Dr. Devin Cunning answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Time, OTC medication: Sounds like viral upper respiratory infection. Increase fluid intake, OTC guifenesin/dextromethorphan, rest, anti-inflammatory. Sharp pain most likely chest wall/pleuritic pain. Worsening symptoms warrant a physician evaluation.

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Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

Runny nose, dry throat, and a little bit of a cough. when i take a deep breath, i get a sharp pain in my lower right back?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Devin Cunning answered

Dr David agreed

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