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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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What is the best treatment for costochondritis if I cannot take anti-inflammatory medications due to chronic kidney disease?
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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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