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I have sharp pains in my left rib cage up to my left neck, & it hurts when i take deep breaths it comes and goes on both sides .. are my ribs broken?

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Dr. Kenneth Smith answered

Unlikely: Unlikely fracture as clear cut trauma usually required. More likely costochondritis. Heat beneficial as are otc antinflamatories. If persists see physician.

Dr Fox agreed

Answered 2/17/2016

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A member asked:

I have sharp pains in my left rib cage up to my left neck, & it hurts when i take deep breaths it comes and goes on both sides .. are my ribs broken?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kenneth Smith answered

Dr Fox agreed

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