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My daughter(19 yrs) old is experiencing costochondritis. any advice for over-the-counter relief?

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Ibuprofen or aleve (naproxen): As above. Tylenol (acetaminophen) for pain.

Dr Cordero and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/5/2012

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