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A member asked:

If i stand up straight and take a deep breath im fine. if i slouch and take a deep breath, or even just bend over, my upper middle back hurts. is this muscle? or something worse?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, probably a musculoskeletal pain and it should be alleviated after taking 2 tablets of advil or tylenol so you should give it a try. If it is, symptom should be self limited and resolved after a couple days. If symptom persists, gets worse or fever occurs, then you should see your doctor. Good luck.

Answered 6/6/2023

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