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I have suffered costochondritis for 7 yrs which now is getting worse. i have acid reflux and now low in iron and folic acid why am i so ill tired weak?

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Dr. Milton Mintz answered

Try rib belt: For costochondritis! the GI problem needs a work up- were you checked for ulcer disease?--see your pcp.

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

I have suffered costochondritis for 7 yrs which now is getting worse. i have acid reflux and now low in iron and folic acid why am i so ill tired weak?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Milton Mintz answered

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