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I have a sharp pain in my back near my left shoulder blade, comes and goes, when its there it hurts to breath. whats happening?

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Back pain: Most likely a pulled muscle. Try NSAIDs and heat . If no better follow up with your doc

Dr Arnold agreed

Answered 3/20/2015

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A member asked:

I have a sharp pain in my back near my left shoulder blade, comes and goes, when its there it hurts to breath. whats happening?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Dr Arnold agreed

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