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I have what seems to be a swollen left rib cage, toward the bottom. it's been like this for a while now. no pain, but discomfort and pressure in the a?

Q: i have what seems to be a swollen left rib cage, toward the bottom. it's been like this for a while now. no pain, but discomfort and pressure in the a?

Now way 2 answer-: -with out an exam &amp; possible images. If it has been gradually getting bigger, make an appt with a thoracic surgeon. Most likely benign, but there R some benign tumors that R locally invasive, &amp; if not able 2 Dx on the visit, follow recommendations.

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Now way 2 answer-: -with out an exam & possible images. If it has been gradually getting bigger, make an appt with a thoracic surgeon. Most likely benign, but there R some benign tumors that R locally invasive, & if not able 2 Dx on the visit, follow recommendations.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I have what seems to be a swollen left rib cage, toward the bottom. it's been like this for a while now. no pain, but discomfort and pressure in the a?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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