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Suggest Treatment For Tenderness At The Ribcage

For about a month, I have had tenderness at the top of my ribcage under my left breast. It doesn't hurt unless I put pressure like getting up from lying down, trying to pick up something heavy, etc. You can push on the area and it is sore. Just curious.
Mon, 23 Oct 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Possibility of costochondritis (inflammation of ribs cartilage) is more likely because your pain is associated with movements of local pressure.
So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in costochondritis.
1. Avoid movements causing pain. Avoid sudden jerky movements of chest.
2. Apply warm water pad on affected areas of chest.
3. Take painkiller like ibuprofen or acetaminophen.
4. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise.
Don't worry, you will be alright with all these in 1-2 weeks.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Suggest Treatment For Tenderness At The Ribcage

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Possibility of costochondritis (inflammation of ribs cartilage) is more likely because your pain is associated with movements of local pressure. So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in costochondritis. 1. Avoid movements causing pain. Avoid sudden jerky movements of chest. 2. Apply warm water pad on affected areas of chest. 3. Take painkiller like ibuprofen or acetaminophen. 4. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these in 1-2 weeks. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.