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When i take a deep breath i get a sharp pain in back, top/middle of back. i also feel quite breathless like i need to remember to breathe?

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Dr. Bennett Werner answered

Fever?: Your symptoms suggest pleurisy although there can be muscular causes as well. If you have fever or productive cough, you should have an x-ray done. Otherwise, a simple analgesic like Ibuprofen, rest, and time may be all that's required (and please, don't forget to breathe!)

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

When i take a deep breath i get a sharp pain in back, top/middle of back. i also feel quite breathless like i need to remember to breathe?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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