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Have Severe Pain In Upper Rib Toward Sternum. What Can Heal?

I have severe pain in my right upper rib towards sternum. It is very painful to lie n my back, cough , sneeze and take deep breaths. But I can lie on my side with no pain. I had shingles (with no sores) on my left ribs but that radiated to my spine . This pain is worse and on the other side but does not radite - it stays YYYY@YYYY one place.
Fri, 24 Aug 2012
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You seem to be suffering from costochondritis. In this condition there is inflammation of the joint where cartilage joins the sternum. It`s a benign condition but can be very painful. You should take a pain killer and apply some analgesic gel locally. You may also do some hot fomentation which will help.
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Have Severe Pain In Upper Rib Toward Sternum. What Can Heal?

You seem to be suffering from costochondritis. In this condition there is inflammation of the joint where cartilage joins the sternum. It`s a benign condition but can be very painful. You should take a pain killer and apply some analgesic gel locally. You may also do some hot fomentation which will help.