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Costochondritis
An inflammation of the cartilage that connects a rib to the breastbone.
The cause usually isn't known. In some circumstances, it develops after trauma or a muscle strain.
Costochondritis causes pain and tenderness on the breastbone, pain in more than one rib or pain that gets worse with deep breaths or coughing.
Treatments include injections to relieve pain, medication and therapy.