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On period now) have burning sensation next to breast, down the ribs, under breast and in back. it comes and goes. could it be related to cycle?

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Dr. Henry Jacobs answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: could be hormonal could be early case of shingles could be a pinched nerve in back

Dr Foster agreed

Answered 9/5/2014

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