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What Causes Intermittent Sharp Pain In The Sternum Area?
Question: Am experiencing intermittent sharp pain in the area of the sternum, but to the right side. Comes and goes and pain is quick and then gone.
Brief Answer:
Following advice
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.
What you are reporting most likely are related to sternum region muscle and skeletal pain. The pain isn't typical for cardiac issues.
If you were my patient I would recommend to use hot water bags, Voltfast gel locally and advil capsules to relieve the pain.
If the symptoms will persist after a couple of days, you should contact your doctor.
Hope this will be of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu
Following advice
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.
What you are reporting most likely are related to sternum region muscle and skeletal pain. The pain isn't typical for cardiac issues.
If you were my patient I would recommend to use hot water bags, Voltfast gel locally and advil capsules to relieve the pain.
If the symptoms will persist after a couple of days, you should contact your doctor.
Hope this will be of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu
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