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Is costochondritis a symptom of connective tissue disease?

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Not exactly: It is actually inflammation of the junction of the ribs and cartilage.

Answered 10/11/2017

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Tight aching rib cage muscles front and back when walking fast. I think I have costochondritis but this is a new symptom. Does this cause those SX?

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I was diagnosed with costochondritis. It feels as though something is pushing my ribcage and shoulder blades away from the inside. Is this a normal symptom? I had an abdominal CT not long ago and the only issue was a partially distended bladder?

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Been treated for costochondritis since I was 15. New GP told me that it seems heart disease & sent me with cardiologist. Should I be worried? I have chest pressure (w/ exercise & lying down) weakness, strong palpitations & low pression when standing.

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