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I have had costochondritis for over two year and im in extreme pain and with shortness of breath. please help

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Dr. Yvette Westford answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

See a doctor asap: It is unusual to have costochondritis for that length of time but in light of the severe pain and SOB, you need to visit the ED.

Answered 1/5/2019

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