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I am experiencing severe pain when i move or breath deeply and on movement. the pain is under my left shoulder blade. what could cause this?

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Dr. Aharon Wolf answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

Strain: Of shoulder or upper ribs most likely see your doctor for further evaluation

Dr Seibert and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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