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What causes a sharp pain in my right and left side if my chest while breathing?
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Pleurisy: It sounds like pleurisy. That is an inflammation of the lining of the chest. Anti-inflammatory meds, including steroids, should help.
Answered 5/25/2017
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Pleuritis: Is a general term for pain when taking a deep breath and can be caused by a number of things, including infections and inflammation. You should probably see your doctor about this to make sure it is not something serious. Anti-inflammatory drugs like Ibuprofen and naproxyn help with pleurisy.
Answered 9/28/2016
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