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Hi , i went to the drs on last monday bc i have had upper back pain . the dr said i have a pulled muscle . should i get an x-ray bc it still hurts me ?

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Maybe: This depends on the entire clinical examination. You need to see your physician.

Dr Hellman agreed

Answered 5/30/2018

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A member asked:

Hi , i went to the drs on last monday bc i have had upper back pain . the dr said i have a pulled muscle . should i get an x-ray bc it still hurts me ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Goldman answered

Dr Hellman agreed

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