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What Causes Itchy Sensation Inside The Rib Cage?

Feeling itchy sensation inside rib cage, breast and middle of chest. How to get relief? Hi, I have an itchy feeling inside my rib cage . It is on the left hand side only and all I want ... the middle of the chest, sometimes I think I can also feel it towards my back. It has now been persistent ...
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Hi,

Itching can be due to perspiration and skin infection. Lotion/cream application along with skin specialist opinion will definitely help.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Bhargav Nimavat, Infertility Specialist
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What Causes Itchy Sensation Inside The Rib Cage?

Hi, Itching can be due to perspiration and skin infection. Lotion/cream application along with skin specialist opinion will definitely help. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhargav Nimavat, Infertility Specialist