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Suggest Treatment For Discomfort In The Chest Cavity

yes, I ve been diagnosed with Costochondritis last year June 2017, and sometime during the week the lump in my chest cavity brings discomfort. I take a ibuprofen tablet and that help some. although. I m typically a healthy person no meds or any illness before this. its not bad but never having any problems before I m worried about it.
Mon, 25 Jun 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

I would like to tell you that costochondritis is an inflammation of cartilage that connects rib to breastbone which cause you chest pain or chest discomfort at times. There is nothing major to be worried about and it can be easily managed with painkillers and physical therapies. It's recommended for you tho continue with the medication as prescribed and consult is physiotherapy for right stretching exercises and do aerobic activity for 20 min 5 days a week which will strengthens your muscles.

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Suggest Treatment For Discomfort In The Chest Cavity

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I would like to tell you that costochondritis is an inflammation of cartilage that connects rib to breastbone which cause you chest pain or chest discomfort at times. There is nothing major to be worried about and it can be easily managed with painkillers and physical therapies. It s recommended for you tho continue with the medication as prescribed and consult is physiotherapy for right stretching exercises and do aerobic activity for 20 min 5 days a week which will strengthens your muscles. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.