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Pain only when taking deep breath, right chest, around the 4th and 5th rib. had for 3 months and doctor said 3 months ago it was muscular. what is it?

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See details: It is time to have the issue evaluated in greater detail. Get another opinionand have a chest film. It may be aminor problem but one cannot be certain over the internet.

Answered 6/11/2015

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