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A 30-year-old female asked:

Deep tickling itch in upper right chest area and right neck. dr didn't seem too concerned could this be gerd or muscle strain from doing planks?

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Dr. Evan Allen
Family Medicine 32 years experience
Maybe: Lots of possible causes, including GERD and muscle strain could cause this. I would worry if it is a new symptom that it might be the first sign of shingles. If a rash develops, see a doctor.
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