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MY 13YR OLD IS HAVING PAIN ON HER RIGHT SIDE DIRECTLY UNDER HER RIB CAGE. IT IS VERY SORE AND WHEN SHE TAKES DEEP BREATHES IT HURTS AS WELL AS TOUCHING AND NOT TOUCHING. SHE SAYS IT HURTS AS WELL TO COUGH, YAWN, AND GIGGLE. SHE HAS A OKAY EATING HABITS NO VOMITING OR NAUSEA. WHAT COULD THIS BE AND HOW CAN I HELP AND COMFORT HER? PLEASE HELP
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What Causes Pain In The Ribcage?
Hi, It could be costochondritis or it could be intercostal neuralgia. I suggest you discuss these possibilities with your pediatrician. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sumanth Amperayani, Pediatrician, Pulmonology