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Can you have tietzes syndrom with normal crp have painfull swelling on rib under collarbone only painful when touched ? crp <5
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R/O COSTOCHONDRITIS: YES: You need to be examined have blood work and ekg. If you had a recent viral infection , you may have a post infection COSTOCHONDRITIS which usually responds to a course of prednisone with taper over 8dys. Also topical Voltaren (diclofenac) gel. PT with TENS& US therapy are also effective. If pain persists PRP injections may be needed.
Answered 1/6/2016
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