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Had costochondritis for a few years now, chest hurts a little..the breathing part is bad. i feel like i can't breathe. i'm lightheaded, what can i do?
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Analgesics: If it's really costochondritis, which is simply a form of arthritis, it should improve with simple analgesics. Have you tried, acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil/Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve/Naprosyn) in reasonable doses? Also- heat and massage are very helpful. Have you tried a hot tub bath?
Answered 1/29/2015
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