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I have pain below my left rib cage. if i sit in the same spot for a long time it will stiffen up and it's hard to breath also?
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Costochondritis: Costochondritis is a begnin condition where there is an inflamation of the rib cartilage which connects to the sternum. Antiinflamatory medication can be helpful in improving this discomfort.
Answered 9/28/2016
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