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Upper back pain when breathing in?
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Varies: There are a number of potential considerations. Pulmonary causes such as pleurisy can cause similar symptoms as can musculoskeletal conditions among other possibilities. I would not hesitate to be seen for it.
Answered 11/27/2017
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Costochondritis: There are some patients who haven't back pain with breathing. This may be a sign of inflammation involving the soft tissue surrounding the ribs which is cartilage. This may be consistent with a diagnosis of costochondritis. I recommend seeing your primary care physician. If you need a rheumatology consult, I'll be happy to assist.
Answered 11/27/2017
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