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A member asked:

Pain right side bottom of rib cage not constant but daily for past 7+ days. sometimes with lower back pain.

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. John Goldman answered

Need evaluation : It could easily be from the ribs, chest or the back. You need to see your physician

Answered 1/9/2018

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