A member asked:

Pain near the sternum, between 2nd&3rd rib in left chest. started as a sharp pain, now becomes a discomfort/dull pain lasting 4 mins max. pls advise.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Costochondritis.: Inflammation of the cartiladge between the rib and the sternum. Antiinflammatory over the counter medications like Naproxene or Advil (ibuprofen) or Motrin would take care of it.

Answered 4/28/2015

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