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I've been having pains both sides, when i take a deep breath or try to move i get a sharp pain on the right hand side near the rib cage, its straining.

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Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

Muscular?: How long has this been going on and did you exercise recently with a new routine? It sounds like muscular pain but if you are having any cough, fever or difficulty breathing, i would see a doctor about it.

Answered 2/1/2013

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A member asked:

I've been having pains both sides, when i take a deep breath or try to move i get a sharp pain on the right hand side near the rib cage, its straining.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

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