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My entire rib cage feels sore when i press on it and sometimes i get dull to sharp pains when i am not touching. i don't exercise often.

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Rib cage pain: You MAY have a broken rib or something else. Please see your doc. He/she will help you figure it out. Exercising program may need changing but your doc will help you sort that out. Peace and good health.

Answered 1/28/2017

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