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I rolled over in bed and it felt like i got stabbed in the right shoulder blade. i couldn't take a full breath until i sat up.

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be seen: If you developed severe pain associated with difficulty catching your breath, I would be seen immediately. While there are many potential explanations, a cardiac or pulmonary source should be ruled out, such as a pulmonary embolus for example.

Dr Oleary agreed

Answered 1/11/2016

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