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Where is the lungs located in the back?
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under ribs: The lungs in the front and back are inside the rib cage. This is why doctors will place a stethoscope on the back as well as the front to evaluate the function of the lungs.
Answered 2/1/2020
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Fronm neck down: From back of neck and shoulders to about one inch below scapula.
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