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I have what feels like sore/tender skin on the left side of my back, just below my ribs...do i need to see my doctor?

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Dr. Donald Shenenberger answered

A few options: Sore skin in a limited area may be a sign of a pending shingles outbreak. At 26 you are a little young for that but it not impossible. You should see your doctor to be examined.

Dr Chuu and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/1/2019

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Dr. Michael P. Tabibian answered

Good idea: Any kind of non-healing sore or lesion on the skin should be medically evaluated.

Answered 1/13/2013

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A member asked:

I have what feels like sore/tender skin on the left side of my back, just below my ribs...do i need to see my doctor?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Donald Shenenberger answered

Dr Chuu and another doctor agreed

Dr. Michael P. Tabibian answered

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