I have rib cage pain whenever I take a deep breath. What could be wrong?

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• According to your complaints, I think you might have a sore cartilage between the ribs also known as costochondritis unless and until ruled out.

• If you recently did some heavy workout, lifted something heavy or had a hit on the left part, then the chances of having a sore rib are higher but, if you have anything like a sore throat, fever, swelling in the neck, runny nose, and other symptoms, I would recommend you consult your local clinic for further workup.

• For costochondritis examination too, you will have to get to the clinic to get examined and start a small dose of medications to relieve the pain and rule out other causes.

• Until the pain subsides, please do not do anything that would strain the area of your left side rib cage.

Take care. Have a nice day.

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