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Blood pressure is 139/72..98 my left side ribs hurt real bad?

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Dr. Daniel Zanger answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Rib pain: Alot depends on the type of pain ... Is it worse with movement or deep breath or brought on by exertion . See a doctor asap.

Dr Weisberger agreed

Answered 8/28/2013

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