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Im having pain on my left side behind my ribs what could this be?

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Dr. Nassir Azimi answered

Specializes in Interventional Cardiology

Many things: This should be evaluated. It could be the muscles, the nones, the cartilage, the esophagus, stomach, heart, lungs, aorta. You should see your doctor for a thorough history.

Dr Hadied agreed

Answered 4/26/2012

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