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Pain when taking deep breath 5th rib on right side below armpit and pain goes to back by spine along ribs. doctor said it is muscular 3 months ago?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Reevaluation: If it has been going on for three months and not resolved, it suggests there is something more going on and you would be wise to be reevaluated.

Dr Perez agreed

Answered 6/10/2015

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A member asked:

Pain when taking deep breath 5th rib on right side below armpit and pain goes to back by spine along ribs. doctor said it is muscular 3 months ago?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Dr Perez agreed

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