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I have had a cough/chest congestion for ten days or so, then started having sharp pains just below my right breast, as well as my upper back. ?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Be checked: It is difficult to know exactly what is causing your pain; it may related to coughing or possibly pneumonia. See your doctor and I hope you are well soon.

Dr Amico Jr agreed

Answered 5/30/2018

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