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Which thoracic disc causes stabbing pain in left ribcage?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Thoracic disk: If indeed it is a herniated thoracic disk, which is somewhat rare, it could be t1 through t12. T11 and 12 would refer to the "floating" lower ribs.

Answered 9/10/2013

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Varies: It depends on the specific area. Each if the twelve thoracic discs can cause pain that radiates into rib area.

Answered 6/10/2017

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