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  • male
  • 40 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I've had an x-ray done today, and it shows that my diaphragm is a bit elevated. I dont have a cough, but I'm feeling some chest pain on the right side when I take a deep breath. I'm a bit worried and am wondering what could be causing this. I don't smoke and I've never had asthma. Do you think this pain will go away on its own? What other issues could this possibly be?

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Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

there might be variuos reasons for elevated diaphragm, but seeing your symptoms it might be related to increased liver size, check your bilirubin levels

Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...

Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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