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Pain In The Back On The Right Handside Below The

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Posted on Thu, 18 Oct 2018
Question: pain in the back on the right handside below the rib cage hurts when i breath in , it is getting better could it be a pulled muscle
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Answered by Dr. Anders Mark Christensen (12 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX XXXXXXX

It could definitely be a pulled muscle. How did it happen? Abruptly, after a certain movement? Or gradually? And do you have shortness of breath? Fever?

If you feel alright, I recommend you take it easy for a few days and contact your doctor if it gets worse or you experience difficulties breathing. You can try aspirin or NSAIDs for pain relief.

Hope this helps.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng
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Follow up: Dr. Anders Mark Christensen (7 hours later)
It came on suddenly yesterday but seems a lot better tonight
Fine in myself was just abit worried that it could of been my lung
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Follow up: Dr. Anders Mark Christensen (10 hours later)
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Answered by Dr. Anders Mark Christensen (9 hours later)
Brief Answer:
It sounds perfectly benign

Detailed Answer:
Hi again,

If you have no trouble breathing, you should not be concerned.

Best wishes.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Pain In The Back On The Right Handside Below The

Brief Answer: Yes Detailed Answer: Hi XXXXXXX XXXXXXX It could definitely be a pulled muscle. How did it happen? Abruptly, after a certain movement? Or gradually? And do you have shortness of breath? Fever? If you feel alright, I recommend you take it easy for a few days and contact your doctor if it gets worse or you experience difficulties breathing. You can try aspirin or NSAIDs for pain relief. Hope this helps.