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Why does my chest & back hurt when i move my head a certain way!?

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Difficult to tell: You would need to be seen and examined to answer this question appropriately. It could be from a cervical spinal problem, soft tissue issue or other. See a doctor and get better soon.

Dr Lin agreed

Answered 4/23/2013

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