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Hi, just this pm, i started to get a pain under my r shoulder blade when i breath in, the longer i draw breath it grows with it, normal breath is fine?

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Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Pleuritic pain: This kind of pain often resolves on its own after a few days. If it is associated with any shortness of breath or signs of serious illness see your doc right away.

Answered 2/13/2015

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A member asked:

Hi, just this pm, i started to get a pain under my r shoulder blade when i breath in, the longer i draw breath it grows with it, normal breath is fine?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dan Fisher answered

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