Yes: Unless you sustained a recent rib cage injury or strain, this may be a pinched intercostal muscle or nerve that runs between two ribs and a deep breath or any other rib cage motion causes a sharp,fleeting pain. These situations usually resolve on their own after a few days. See your physician if pains persist or worsen. Avoid stressing your rib cage until pain resolves.
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