Suggest treatment for pain in the diaphragm
Patient: Woke with pain in the diaphragm area. Cannot take proper deep breaths from the abdomen, but rather need to chest breathe . I do have progressive MS and take several muscle relaxants. Thought maybe it was just a spasm but it has continued for 9 hours. Doctor: Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.  As you explain the if this kind of pain continues for more than 24 than it would be better for you to consult your doctor. Probably an abdominal ultrasound is needed.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.