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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.
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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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