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Hi, i've been having sharp pain in the upper right hand side of my chest that radiates thru my back, should i see a dr? i've had it for 4 days now

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Dr. George Valdez answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: It may be you have shingles about to break out, or can be one of many other things, some worrisome, some not. If your body has pains that aren't going away, get checked out.

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Answered 5/22/2017

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A member asked:

Hi, i've been having sharp pain in the upper right hand side of my chest that radiates thru my back, should i see a dr? i've had it for 4 days now

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. George Valdez answered

Dr Feola and 2 doctors agreed

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