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I've had sharp pain in my back under my right shoulder blade when lying down for a few months. it now hurts all the time, especially with deep breath.

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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Be examined: Physical exam and chest X-ray to start May need CT SCAN

Dr Borncamp agreed

Answered 7/3/2017

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A member asked:

I've had sharp pain in my back under my right shoulder blade when lying down for a few months. it now hurts all the time, especially with deep breath.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Dr Borncamp agreed

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