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Perth, AU

Hello everyone 👋 has anyone else with fibro been diagnosed with costocondritis (inflammation of rib cage). Not sure if the pain I am experiencing is just another fibro site and my diagnosis is incorrect. Have had it for over 3 years and am finding the pain very debilitating. The slightest activity now triggers it and the pain and frequency of attacks has increased over the years. Would be very grateful to hear of anyone else's experience with this. Many thanks. Angela, Western Australia.

December 5, 2021 (edited)
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Members responded with great warmth to Angela's question about costochondritis and fibromyalgia, many confirming they also live with this... Read more

Members responded with great warmth to Angela's question about costochondritis and fibromyalgia, many confirming they also live with this painful condition and describing symptoms like difficulty breathing, radiating pain, and worsening flares over time. Several members shared helpful strategies including topical remedies like emu oil, CBD cream, Vick's VapoRub, and Biofreeze, as well as medications like extra-strength Tylenol, Lyrica, and duloxetine combined. A recurring theme was finding comfort in knowing others share the experience, with hopeful mentions of upcoming rheumatology visits and physical therapy.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I have often. Can be hard to breath. I take xtra strength arthritis tylenol and use biofreeze.

December 6, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

I like emu oil. But also like cbd cream. Vick’s vapor rub works great! Think it’s the camphor in it.💗

December 5, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

I for sure have it. It doesn’t bother me as much unless I press on my ribs in certain areas. Other times I get radiating pain.

December 6, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

Drives me crazy, and breathing is hard.

December 19, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

Thank you, thank you Jenn. So grateful for your post. That gives me some information to discuss with my rheumatologist next week. Wishing you much continued happiness 💐❤

December 17, 2021

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