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When i put my hand under my left rib cage i feel that it is inflammed abit.. i have bronchitiis(viral) and want to know what this is?
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Mgt: If the area becomes more red, swollen, you may have cellulitis. If you have been coughing the area may be sore due to muscle strain.
Answered 11/21/2015
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