Sep 5, 2025 · Costochondritis (kos-toe-kon-DRY-tis) is an inflammation of the cartilage that connects a rib to the breastbone, called the sternum. Pain caused by costochondritis might be like that of a heart …

Sep 5, 2025 · There is no laboratory or imaging test to confirm a diagnosis of costochondritis. But a healthcare professional might order certain tests, such as an electrocardiogram and chest X-ray, to …

Costochondritis (kos-toe-kon-DRY-tis) is an inflammation of the cartilage that connects a rib to the breastbone, called the sternum. Pain caused by costochondritis might be like that of a heart attack or …

Jul 19, 2022 · Generalmente, la costocondritis desaparece por sí sola, aunque es posible que dure varias semanas o más. El tratamiento se centra en el alivio del dolor.

Jul 19, 2022 · La costocondritis es una inflamación del cartílago que conecta una costilla al esternón. El dolor causado por la costocondritis podría asemejarse al de un ataque cardíaco u otras afecciones …

Dec 28, 2022 · Ferri FF. Costochondritis. In: Ferri's Clinical Advisor 2022. Elsevier; 2022. https://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Jan. 20, 2022. Phillips K, et al. Management of isolated …

Jul 14, 2025 · Yes, I have had costochondritis for 50+ years. I used to get terrible shooting pains when I was a teenager, doctors couldn't figure out what was wrong so they told me it was "all in my head."

Apr 16, 2025 · Costochondritis typically affects the sternum, and sometimes the shoulder and arm, but does not necessarily radiate all the way around. It is an inflammation, so if your press where your …

Costochondritis most commonly affects the upper ribs on the left-hand side of your body. Pain is often worst where the rib cartilage attaches to the breastbone (sternum), but it can also occur where the …

Apr 2, 2025 · She discovered it was costochondritis due to her swimming laps in the pool. She stopped swimming laps and if I remember correctly she took some NSAIDS and cleared up. She was worried …