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I developed a sharp pain that comes and goes on my upper back left side, also have a cough and pain hurts when i breath and or make sudden moves?

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Chest problem: It sounds like you have a problem with chest wall pain or pleurisy. An exam is necessary to define better.

Answered 1/2/2017

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