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Rib hurts in specific spot on right side. noticed after playing a lot of golf. this is new and hurts only when i breath. pain is localized. what is it?
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Strain or bruise: Ignore it. Will resolve in a few days. Costochondritis causes pain near the sternum. Serious causes of rib pain will make you short of breath, tender, coughing blood, etc. If not clearly less painful after a week, see a DR.
Answered 8/24/2015
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Rib Muscle Pull: Costalchondritis - an irritation of the small muscles between the ribs aggravated by deep breaths. Annoying but generally harmless. Drink lots of water and take Motrin with food if uncomfortable. Take a break from the golf swings for a week or so.
Answered 8/24/2015
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