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Could Tenderness In The Ribs, Sternum And Hips Suggest Infection?

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Question : Could tenderness in the ribs, sternum, hips, under armpit, neck, and back suggest infection?
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Answered by Dr. Behar Greca (1 hour later)
Brief Answer: Yes... Detailed Answer: Hi. I have gone through your query and I understand your concerns. Your symptoms are related to a viral infection. In the most common cases this infection is caused by flu. This infection is manifested by body aches and weakness. To my patients I recommend: 1. Bed rest for a few days. 2. Drinking a lot of liquids such as hot tea. 3. Eating a lot of fruits and vegetables. 4. Painkiller such as Acetominophen 500mg every 4 hours(only when you have pain). I you don't see any improvement, then you need the following tests to check the virus complications: 1. Pulmonary X-ray. 2. Complete blood count. 3. Liver function test. 4. Urine test. 5. Physical examination by your doctor. Contact your infectologist. Ask me for anything unclear. Regards. Dr. Behar.
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Could Tenderness In The Ribs, Sternum And Hips Suggest Infection?

Brief Answer: Yes... Detailed Answer: Hi. I have gone through your query and I understand your concerns. Your symptoms are related to a viral infection. In the most common cases this infection is caused by flu. This infection is manifested by body aches and weakness. To my patients I recommend: 1. Bed rest for a few days. 2. Drinking a lot of liquids such as hot tea. 3. Eating a lot of fruits and vegetables. 4. Painkiller such as Acetominophen 500mg every 4 hours(only when you have pain). I you don't see any improvement, then you need the following tests to check the virus complications: 1. Pulmonary X-ray. 2. Complete blood count. 3. Liver function test. 4. Urine test. 5. Physical examination by your doctor. Contact your infectologist. Ask me for anything unclear. Regards. Dr. Behar.