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Which type of doctor would be best for treating costochondritis?
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Primary physician: I would recommend starting with your primary care physician to confirm the diagnosis and initiate treatment. If your symptoms remain persistent, it would be reasonable to see an orthopedist.
Answered 5/7/2018
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