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I have strong pain on both sides of my back, just below the ribs.scale 1-10, a 9 for pain. very painful if i take a deep breath.?

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

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Usually muscular: Talk to your dr about possibility of kidney infection. If you're coughing, you may need a chest xray. Have a urine test. Take tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin for now. Apply warm packs.

Answered 8/7/2015

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A member asked:

I have strong pain on both sides of my back, just below the ribs.scale 1-10, a 9 for pain. very painful if i take a deep breath.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

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