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I have pain in my mid upper back near my spine that feels like spasms when i take a deep breath & when i bend forward. its gotten worse since few days?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson
Dr. Stuart Hickersonanswered
Family Medicine 34 years experience
Rhomboid strain: Likely strain to muscle group that attaches to your shoulder blade. Try course of NSAID and warm compress. If not improving get checked.
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