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Sharp Pain While Taking Deep Breath Behind Rib Cage, Neck, Arm. History Of Vascular Problem. On Coumadin/warfrain
since last night experiencing sharp pain behind rib cage on right side. extends up arm to my neck. pain worse when I try to take deep breath. I am 59 year old male with a history of vascular problem in my left leg. have been on Coumadin/wayfarin for over 20 years. I am now on the new med. that doesn't require a pro-time
Sean
Sean
Fri, 8 Nov 2013
Hi
The pain you are experiencing is a common type of pain most of the people complain of which is quite difficult to diagnose any cause. Most often the reasons are Pleurisy, Cough and cold, Bowel disturbances. Since you are on blood thinners the possibility of a cardiac problem can not be ruled out. A thorough examination by you General Practitioner can give a valuable idea what it is. It is most likely to be of a respiratory problem. Hope you find my suggestion useful. Any future quarries are welcome.
Thanking you
Dr Samir
The pain you are experiencing is a common type of pain most of the people complain of which is quite difficult to diagnose any cause. Most often the reasons are Pleurisy, Cough and cold, Bowel disturbances. Since you are on blood thinners the possibility of a cardiac problem can not be ruled out. A thorough examination by you General Practitioner can give a valuable idea what it is. It is most likely to be of a respiratory problem. Hope you find my suggestion useful. Any future quarries are welcome.
Thanking you
Dr Samir
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