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I have been having a sharp pain just below my ribcage just after running for 2-5 minutes and sometimes after i walk for a long time.

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Dr. Robert Waskowitz answered

Probable spasm: Probable a muscle spasm involving diaphragm and attachment to ribs. Start slow with activity and stretch and over training period things should settle.

Dr Khan agreed

Answered 12/3/2014

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A member asked:

I have been having a sharp pain just below my ribcage just after running for 2-5 minutes and sometimes after i walk for a long time.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Waskowitz answered

Dr Khan agreed

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