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Pain under right scapula. worse when taking a deep breath and relieved somewhat when i put my right arm over my head. worsens while sleeping. ideas?

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Pulled Muscle: Sounds like a pulled muscle. Would try an anti inflammatory like ibuprofen on a full stomach and avoid any heavy lifting for a day or two and see how it goes. If you are older, have high blood pressure or any chest pains you should see a doctor and get checked out.

Answered 6/29/2017

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