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Have A Rough Rib On Both Sides Under Breast Bones. Is This Normal?

Posted on Mon, 1 Jul 2013

Question: I noticed I have a "rough" rib on both sides under breast bones. My dr said tht they are normal. Is this normal? I can feel the same thing I think on both sides . I guess the ribs are not smooth. Is this normal ?

Answered by Dr. Kerry Pottinger (12 minutes later)

Hi,

Thank you for your question.

I think what you are feeling is the cartilage that attaches the rib to the breast bone. There may be a roughness and they will be the same on both sides. This is normal so is nothing to worry about.

I hope I have reassured you. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
MBChB FRCA

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Follow up: Dr. Kerry Pottinger (48 minutes later)

Thank you! She did mention cartilage , and also said those rib bones are tougher no smooth. Does that make sense?!

Answered by Dr. Kerry Pottinger (7 hours later)

Hi,
The cartilage may not be tougher but is more flexible than bone. So, yes, I think I am describing the same area that your doctor is looking at.
Best regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
MBChB FRCA

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