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Left sided mild underneath ribcage pain (not at sternum) intermittent, feels swollen. bra fits tighter on those days. hurts when pressed diagnosis with divertic 1yr ago. ct unremark, except for divertic.
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?Costochondritis: The description of the pain seems to suggest inflammation in the rib cage . However if you have significant risk factors for cad, like strong family history of CAD or dm or previous CAD work may be indicated.
Answered 3/25/2023
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Likely musculo: Skeletal pain. Get checked for heart, stomach and spleen problems. Take care!
Answered 6/20/2016
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