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What Causes Left Side Chest Pain That Increase Upon Coughing Or Sneezing, 5 Weeks After A Back Surgery?
Question: I have left side chest pain, about at the 8th rib. Increase pain on coughing or sneezing. I had back surgery 5 weeks ago. Pain started about 2 weeks post op and has gotten worse. Ortho surgeon told me it has nothing to do with the surgery.
Brief Answer:
please do a chest X Ray
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I can understand your concern
As you explain the history if you were my patient i would recommend you to do a chest X Ray for evaluating the lungs.
It is very important to exlude the lung infection in such conditions.
If it will come positive than antibiotics are indicated.
You should discuss for the above with your doctor and I am sure he will order it for you or when you will have the result you can attach it to me and i am here to help you again.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care,
Dr.Jolanda
please do a chest X Ray
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I can understand your concern
As you explain the history if you were my patient i would recommend you to do a chest X Ray for evaluating the lungs.
It is very important to exlude the lung infection in such conditions.
If it will come positive than antibiotics are indicated.
You should discuss for the above with your doctor and I am sure he will order it for you or when you will have the result you can attach it to me and i am here to help you again.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care,
Dr.Jolanda
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