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Suggest Treatment For Painful Lump In The Ribs

Hi! I have this jelly like tumours growth on top of my left rib cage that is incredibly painful to the touch and if I barely touch it, it causes a ton of pain in my back and right under my rib cage! Plus, I've been having a lot of shortness of breath!! Also, it hurts a lot when I eat!!!
What could this be??
Tue, 11 Jul 2017
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Respected user , Hi
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

* This seems most likely from Herpes infection of the chest wall .

* Strongly recommended to consult skin specialist till then

- Maintain hydration with plenty liquids .
- Keep part clean , dry with antiseptic liquid .
- Local application of calamine lotion 3 times a day .
- Ibuprofen type analgesic tablet 3 tmes a day after meals .
- Antiviral medicines according to the doctor`s advise .

Hope to clarify your query .
Welcome for further assistance .
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com & giving opportunity to assist
Wishing fine recovery .
Regards dear take care .
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Suggest Treatment For Painful Lump In The Ribs

Respected user , Hi Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com I have evaluated your query thoroughly . * This seems most likely from Herpes infection of the chest wall . * Strongly recommended to consult skin specialist till then - Maintain hydration with plenty liquids . - Keep part clean , dry with antiseptic liquid . - Local application of calamine lotion 3 times a day . - Ibuprofen type analgesic tablet 3 tmes a day after meals . - Antiviral medicines according to the doctor`s advise . Hope to clarify your query . Welcome for further assistance . Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com & giving opportunity to assist Wishing fine recovery . Regards dear take care .