Keith V. asked
I am a 30-year-old female experiencing upper back pain that started after vaping. The pain is dull, sometimes burning, and radiates to my shoulders, arms, chest, and neck. It also affects my middle spine and sometimes causes a sharp pain under my armpit. I have stopped vaping and returned to smoking cigarettes, but the pain persists. I have had heartburn and acid reflux in the past. Should I be concerned about lung cancer, or could this be related to my stomach issues or muscular pain?
January 25th, 2023
Penny G. answered
Your symptoms are most likely related to a stomach problem, such as acid reflux, which can cause ref...
January 25th, 2023
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