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  • female
  • 50 Years
  • 07/02/2025

I'm experiencing some pain near my ribs when I breathe in and I also feel short of breath after climbing stairs. I went to a cardiologist and all the tests came back normal, so they recommended I see an orthopaedist. Should I go to a pulmonologist instead to get this checked out?

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consult a pulmonologist

Dr. Anshul Suggests...

Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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