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Short sharp shooting pain under left ribcage up to shoulder. no injury or trauma. also have high rbc for months (not sure if relevant)?
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Hard to say: There are multiple potential causes, you should consider being seen. Possible causes can incude an irritation of a nerve in the thoracic spine, an inflammatory condition involving the pancreas or the lining of the lung, and multiple other causes. A detailed exam and appropriate studies can usually sort out the cause. Thank you for the question.
Answered 12/9/2013
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