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I believe i have suffered a costachondral separation (rib 8, 9, 10), moving around irt causes discomfort. will the cartilage regeneration during healing?
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Costochondritis: What are you describe is an inflammation of the costal cartilage, rather than tear or separation and will slowly heal by itself, judicious of use of non-steroidal medication helps the discomfort.
Answered 9/28/2016
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