torn muscle pain

I've been doing weight training for the past year or so, mainly with the chest area, and lately ive been experiencing pain on the left side of my chest.shoulder, esp. when stretching and is tender to the touch. I've been to my docter's a few days ago, and have been told that I've pulled my muscle pretty badly and possibly have torn it slightly. He suggested to massage the area and do stretches,also take pain killers if needed. Now, sometimes when i breath deeply it causes pain in that area, and I was wondering what could cause this? is it some sort of nerve issue or something? what could i do to recover, advice would be most appreciated. Thanks!

[star queen]

There are several reasons to have continued pain. Many times a pulled or sprained, muscle or tendon takes a long time to heal or even get better.  If the pain continues for longer than a month without relief, you may have a tear worse than the doctor is expecting it to be. You can get a referral to an orthopedist for an evaluation, xrays, or an MRI for a better diagnosis. good luck

[mckenzie huff]

i have a pain exactly underneath my lower left rib. i think i might have the same thing. can u help me?