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A 44-year-old female asked:

The pain i've been experiencing in my ribs and around my left breast is costochondritis. what are some things i can do to relieve some of the pain.

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Dr. Ghias Ranaanswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 27 years experience

NSAIDS: the best treatment for CostoChondtritis provided it really is costocondritis is an anti inflammatory like Aleve (naproxen) or Advil in the OTC recommended dose

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I have a vein slightly sticking out my upper right side flank/breast for 4 months. It occurred at the same time as my costochondritis. It causes mild pain/discomfort. Chest Ct Scan & Ultrasound of vein normal. Any ideas why my vein is poking out?

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