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Is it possible that my last rib is not closed in front? i can feel it ending just about below my nipple on both sides (though it ends slightly further out on the left). i just discovered this when laying down, and am curious if this is normal. :)

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Floating rib: Most ribs are connected to the sternum (breast bone) direclty or by cartilage, but the lowest 1-2 ribs often are not connected and are called "floating" ribs. It's entirely normal.

Answered 8/23/2017

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Dr. Harold Fields answered

Rib : Yes, this is not uncommon and Is known as a floating rib and will not cause you any problem S

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A member asked:

Is it possible that my last rib is not closed in front? i can feel it ending just about below my nipple on both sides (though it ends slightly further out on the left). i just discovered this when laying down, and am curious if this is normal. :)

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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Dr. Harold Fields answered

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