Cathy D. asked

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I have a sharp pain in the middle of my back, rated at 12 on a scale of 1-10, which hurts more when I breathe in. The pain started 3 days ago and has been getting worse, with waves of increased intensity. I've been using ice and heat, and I took muscle relaxers 12 hours ago. I'm a 25-year-old female with no significant past illnesses, and I'm experiencing shortness of breath. What could be causing this pain and what should I do?

October 6th, 2024

Alicia B. answered

The sharp pain in your back could be due to several causes, including musculoskeletal issues like ar...

October 6th, 2024

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