HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Does Osteophytes In Rib And Mild Costotransverse Osteoarthritis Of Thoracic Spine Mean?

I have been told that I have osteophytes involving the rib heads of multiple upper thoracic ribs and there is mild costotransverse osteoarthritis in the upper levels of the thoracic spine. What does this mean and does this account for pain in my back?
Sat, 9 Aug 2014
Report Abuse
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Osteophyte


Loading Online Doctors....
What Does Osteophytes In Rib And Mild Costotransverse Osteoarthritis Of Thoracic Spine Mean?