Costochondritis as a Cause of Chest Pain
Friday July 16, 2004
Costochondritis, or Tietze's Syndrome, is a syndrome of chest wall pain that is due to inflammation of the cartilage and bones in the chest wall. Patients with costochondritis often complain of sharp pain in the front of the chest that is worsened by taking a deep breath. Pain is also usually present when pressing the area of the chest inflammed by costochondritis.
Because of concerns about chest pain, patients with costochondritis are often evaluated to ensure they do not have underlying heart problems. Because chest pains can be a confusing symptom, it is important that patients who have chest pain are evaluated by a doctor.
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My husband has played guitar professionally all his life over 40 years. Back about 20 years ago he injured his rib while playing a Les Paul and this injury seems to be reocurring. He can’t remember what is was called could it have been costochondritis? How can it be treated, he makes his living playing the guitar.