A member asked:

I have a weird pain behind my left lung it started a week ago after smoking a cigarette it's just under my shoulder blade should i be concerned?

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Dr. Daniel Solomon answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Little concern: First - stop smoking. It is a very avoidable and preventable cause of many health issues a strain to your intercostal muscle (between the ribs) can cause nagging pain if you are short of breath, you should be seen by your doctor.

Answered 6/19/2013

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