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Once in a while, i get a sharp pain in my chest, doctors said it was costochondritis but it doesn't feel like inflammation. can it be a pinched nerve?

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

Not likely: You are very young. Do you exercise? Chances are like your doctor said it is musculoskeletal in nature.

Answered 11/19/2018

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A member asked:

Once in a while, i get a sharp pain in my chest, doctors said it was costochondritis but it doesn't feel like inflammation. can it be a pinched nerve?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Butler answered

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