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I have pain along left side of my sternum & it is tender to the touch. they took xrays & said everything looked ok. should i continue to just watch?
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Yes: Can reduce excess physical activity involving local muscles. Can take Aleve (naproxen) for 5-7 days. Worse go to ER.
Answered 8/20/2014
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