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Severe pain in back almost into my side radiating to the front. right side...pain is right about where the rib cage begins. especially when sitting?

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Dr. Richard Taddeo answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Injured lower back?: That would be the most likely cause with what limited history you have given. The nerves to that area originate in the lower back

Dr Rivera-Godreau and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/3/2020

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