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Chronic pain and discomfort of the xiphoid. experience pain when i touch the area and pain without touching. it seems to be somewhat swollen too.

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Xiphoid: Depending on your chest type this can be a common problem. The xyphoid bone is connected to your sternum at a joint. This joint can get irritated. Usually the problem can be resolved with a regular course of an NSAID.

Answered 2/28/2020

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A member asked:

Chronic pain and discomfort of the xiphoid. experience pain when i touch the area and pain without touching. it seems to be somewhat swollen too.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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