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I am having pain in the middle of my back on both sides pain feels like its under my ribs its a sharpish pain, i feel it when i move or even when just sitting, pain tabs doesn't seem to help, i tried having a rub but dont seem to feel a pulled muscle?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Requires exam: Cannot be diagnosed online; however "sounds like chest wall and/or nerve irritation. You must be examined.

Answered 8/19/2019

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A member asked:

I am having pain in the middle of my back on both sides pain feels like its under my ribs its a sharpish pain, i feel it when i move or even when just sitting, pain tabs doesn't seem to help, i tried having a rub but dont seem to feel a pulled muscle?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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