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I felt a really sharp pain in my left breast when i breathed in deeply. i felt a pop in my breast and then the pain went away. is it serious?

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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

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Chest wall pain: The symptoms you describe sound like a pain from your ribs or rib cartilages - this is usually a self-limited minor problem. If you have other symptoms, or feel short of breath, or develop a fever, be sure to see your doctor right away.

Answered 4/15/2016

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A member asked:

I felt a really sharp pain in my left breast when i breathed in deeply. i felt a pop in my breast and then the pain went away. is it serious?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

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