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My back/rib cage hurts left side. yesterday it felt like a charlie horse now it's very sore n tender w every move . no injuries what is causing this?
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muscle spasms: The most common reason for this complaint is muscle spasms of the intercostal muscles between the ribs, which is most frequently due to nerve irritation. This is best treated with anti-inflammatories such as Naproxen to decrease the inflammation of both the nerve and the muscle.
Answered 10/1/2016
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