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What Causes Pain In Upper Back That Increases While Exhaling?

My friend was sweeping the floor when she froze in place and complained of extreme upper back (center/right side) pain. She says it feels like an air bubble and she couldn t move. She says she can breathe just fine, although the pain increases when she exhales. I have no idea what this can be. She doesn t have insurance and won t let me call an ambulance.
Mon, 12 Aug 2019
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Hello,

As first-line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief.
If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Pain In Upper Back That Increases While Exhaling?

Hello, As first-line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician