Hi I Have Localised Pain In The Right Side Of

Posted on Wed, 5 Aug 2020

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Question : Hi
I have localised pain in the right side of my chest aggravated when pressure is applied on the tender spot.
Its been two months now; the pain got better after the first week but then it stayed the same since then.
What could that be?

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (34 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, possibility of costochondritis is more likely.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Ask a doctor forum.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, by your history and description, possibility of costochondritis is more likely.
Any reports done like chest x ray, CBC, vitamin D3 and calcium level?
If you have any of the above mentioned reports done then let me know.
I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Drkaushal85 (9 minutes later)

Yes even heartcheckup has been and everythimg turned out normal.
I will send all the tests done recently.
Thank you so much for your help!

Follow up: Dr. Drkaushal85 (1 hour later)

Please find attached the blood work and chest xray done recently. Kindly advise if I should be taking any specific medication or supplements to help in the healing process Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (13 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Ok. All reports are normal.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your follow up question on Ask a doctor forum.
Sorry for late reply as I was busy.
I have gone through the reports you have attached.
Your all reports are normal.
What about calcium and vitamin d 3 levels?

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj