What is Costochondritis?
Costochondritis occurs when the cartilage connecting your ribs to your breastbone becomes swollen. It causes sharp and intense pain in the chest that can intensify when you move or breathe deeply. Generally, costochondritis is not a drastic matter; it typically vanishes on its own within several weeks to months without requiring medical involvement.
Table of Contents
- Costochondritis: What Is, Causes, Complications, Symptoms, and Treatment
- What is Costochondritis?
- How Common is Costochondritis?
- How Dangerous is Costochondritis?
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Signs and Symptoms
- Complications
- Diagnosis and Tests
- Treatment
- Prognosis for Costochondritis Patients
- When You Should Seek Emergency?
- How to Prevent Costochondritis?
