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Why does my back hurt and my shoulders hurt so much n make it hard to sleep in bed. And does one know why it does. And can I make it better

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How's your breathing sometimes you can get pain in shoulders and back if your dependent on using them to breath ....try relaxing and slow breathing technique ...but do checked out by your doctor xxx

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My breath ing is fine unless it might be arthritis or bersidess

And Thax for the reply I am going to c my doc tomorrow morning

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I hope you feel better soon xx

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Thank u so much

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Hi BP, pain around the shoulders and back is very common with people who have chronic lung conditions. Maybe it's the stress caused by coughing, over breathing etc, or an inflammation of the intercostal muscles. I have very severe Bronchiectasis with a lot of exacerbations and infections and I almost always have either muscular pain or pleuritic pain. Stretching exercises help a lot and a hot water bottle or a heat pad gives a lot of relief. Try and make sure your bed is as comfortable as possible and the pillows arranged so that they support your upper body. I hope you get some relief soon.

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Thank u for the reply n I will have to try that and I would love to get some relief and again Thax so much.

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