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Ive had sharp chest pains dead center of sternum 3x in past week. no carbonated drinks ive taken gas x hasn't help ?

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Sternum Inflammation: Treatments: Warm or ice compresses are applied to the inflamed site. You can also use anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen. Your physician can also prescribe cortisone injections. When under treatment, take a lot of rest and avoid unnecessary actions to help heal fast. Can also be Costochondritis I suggest that you visit a doctor.

Answered 11/8/2014

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