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Suggest Treatment For Pain In Left Rib Cage
Question: I have pain under my left rib cage that worsens when I move a certain way or take a deep breath. I've had the pain for about 3 days. When I touch certain places on my upper rib cage, they are very tender.
Brief Answer:
Cost-Chondritis
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
This is so much suggestive of a condition called costo-chondritis, where there is an inflammation of the cartilaginous part of the ribs.
I would suggest the following treatment.
-Rest to the area by means of strapping with the Adhesive tapes during the deep Expiration phase. This will limit the movement, reduce the pain and give rest for healing to occur.
-Anti-inflammatory medicines in full dose as per the weight.
-Steroids if required for its strong anti-inflammatory role.
-Stress is known to start or increase this sort of pain.
I would advise you to get an MRI of the painful area, if possible, telling the Radiologist to be specifically see for the painful- tender area. This will confirm the diagnosis.
This sort of a treatment helps all my patients. and should help you too.
I hope this helps you. Please feel free to ask for more if you need to.
Cost-Chondritis
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
This is so much suggestive of a condition called costo-chondritis, where there is an inflammation of the cartilaginous part of the ribs.
I would suggest the following treatment.
-Rest to the area by means of strapping with the Adhesive tapes during the deep Expiration phase. This will limit the movement, reduce the pain and give rest for healing to occur.
-Anti-inflammatory medicines in full dose as per the weight.
-Steroids if required for its strong anti-inflammatory role.
-Stress is known to start or increase this sort of pain.
I would advise you to get an MRI of the painful area, if possible, telling the Radiologist to be specifically see for the painful- tender area. This will confirm the diagnosis.
This sort of a treatment helps all my patients. and should help you too.
I hope this helps you. Please feel free to ask for more if you need to.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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