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Since this morning, I've had a lil sharp pain in the left side of my chest when I inhale deeply. No other symptoms. Should I be worried?

3:38 AM · Oct 15, 2017

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But do you smoke?

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No smoking!

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For me it was intercostal muscle spasm.

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@lsthart

Oct 15, 2017

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@Aella_Girl

if you ate that sandwich, probably. otherwise, probably not.

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@drethelin

Oct 15, 2017

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@Aella_Girl

Did you possibly pull a muscle there during some activity?

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My money is on intercostal muscle strain.

healthline.com

Intercostal Muscle Strain: Symptoms, Treatment, and More

Your intercostal muscles lie between your ribs. A strain in this area can cause pain and difficulty breathing. Here's how to treat it.

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golden nurse rule if it doesn't go away in 48 hours then go to the doctor

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Depends, may just be a sore muscle. If there are other symptoms in combination, may be time to call a doctor to discuss.

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This happens to me frequently. I’ve collapsed that lung before so I always am acutely aware of sensation in the geography. Short answer, no