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What is pain in ribs from?especially on right side.hurts to move, very sore to touch.feels like i'm bruised but no bruises.comes and goes every month

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Costochondritis: This sounds like inflammation of the cartilage attaching your ribs to your sternum. Try taking naproxen or ibuprofen when you get it and see if it helps. Good Luck.

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/19/2017

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A member asked:

What is pain in ribs from?especially on right side.hurts to move, very sore to touch.feels like i'm bruised but no bruises.comes and goes every month

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lori Semel answered

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

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