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A member asked:

When i lay on my side my back feels tight and it's like it moves to my stomach what does it mean?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Too vague: Your description of symptoms is not specific enough to enable even a guess. If this continues and you are overly concerned, see your pcp.

Answered 3/21/2013

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