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I have pain in my upper back right below my right shoulder blade it hurts when any pressure is applied and small red lines have also appeared . ?

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Dr. Merrill Reuter answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Monitor closely: Can try a couple of days of antiinflammatory but if not better in couple of days or if red lines increase need to be seen by a professional

Dr Rhoades agreed

Answered 6/14/2015

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A member asked:

I have pain in my upper back right below my right shoulder blade it hurts when any pressure is applied and small red lines have also appeared . ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Merrill Reuter answered

Dr Rhoades agreed

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