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What Causes Severe Pain In Left Rib Cage?
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Muscle pain likely.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
From your description, it seems to be a muscle pull or a mild tear. The pain that changes with movements of the arm is muscle related. You need to give rest to your arm and continue doing a hot compress in the area. This is not a serious issue. The pain will subside on its own with mild pain killers in next few days. In case the pain is intense or is persistent then you can consult a physician and get some muscle relaxants prescribed. Local analgesic gels can help you till then.
I hope this answers your query.
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