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What Causes Persistent Mild Pain Along With Tender Spot On Ribcage?
Tender spot on rib cage. What do you suggest? I have a tender spot on my rib cage under the left arm also the arm itself is tender inside the upper part. When I press on the tender spot, it hurts. When not pressed, it is alow nagging pain. Glands ... Ask a Doctor Now »
Fri, 24 Apr 2020
Hi,
Seems to be costochondritis, just take over the counter painkillers apply, any diclofenac gel, hot fomentation. In case there is no relief, get your CT scan done.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
Seems to be costochondritis, just take over the counter painkillers apply, any diclofenac gel, hot fomentation. In case there is no relief, get your CT scan done.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
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