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Hi there, i have a hard vein running down my left ribcage. it's sensitive and has a little pain to it when i lift up my left arm or stretch. prior to this, i have been lifting heavy items and hurt my rib muscles. is there cause for concern?

Q: hi there, i have a hard vein running down my left ribcage. it's sensitive and has a little pain to it when i lift up my left arm or stretch. prior to this, i have been lifting heavy items and hurt my rib muscles. is there cause for concern?

: No. But a picture exam would help. See local meds for an exam.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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No. But a picture exam would help. See local meds for an exam.

Answered 8/7/2023

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A member asked:

Hi there, i have a hard vein running down my left ribcage. it's sensitive and has a little pain to it when i lift up my left arm or stretch. prior to this, i have been lifting heavy items and hurt my rib muscles. is there cause for concern?

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