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My costochondrits won't go away it's been six week i am 27 . will surgery take care of the problem . nsaids don't work i am suffering .
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Surgery: Won't help. You might need a course of steroids or a stronger NSAID . Have a frank talk with your doc
Answered 7/5/2014
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