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I have sore spot right near bottom of left rib cage. feels like touching a bruise. it comes and goes. worse when sitting. location moves?

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Dr. Abby Caplin answered

Costochondritis?: It sounds like it might be costochondritis, which is not serious, but if the pain persists, you should have your doctor check it out.

Dr Anyanwu and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 6/30/2015

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A member asked:

I have sore spot right near bottom of left rib cage. feels like touching a bruise. it comes and goes. worse when sitting. location moves?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Abby Caplin answered

Dr Anyanwu and 4 doctors agreed

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