Chronic pain just under and to the left of the xiphoid process

Gibby

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Joined : Jul 2016

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Posted 7/26/2016 4:47 AM (GMT 0)

I have a constant pain just under the left side of my sturnum. Could it be from bad posture , slouching when sitting, and a rib or sturnum pushing on something internal? It also becomes very painful if I reach out like when sitting in the drivers seat and I over reach to touch something on the dashboard. This seems to be getting worse the older I get and I have had this as long as I can remember. Any advice offered has my sincere thanks.

Scaredy Cat

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Posted 7/26/2016 5:01 AM (GMT 0)

Hi Gibby and welcome!

If this is something persistent that has been going on for years...it could be scar adhesions from an old injury...or a chronic issue such as Costochondritis. ..

...but to be sure, you'll need a definitive dx from a medical doctor of course.

Have you had a consult regarding this issue?

...and do you find worries about your health to be an ongoing challenge?

Scaredy Cat

Hibee

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Posted 7/26/2016 7:15 AM (GMT 0)

Hi

Welcome to the forum.

I think the best thing to do would be to go and see your doctor as this seems to be an ongoing problem.

I hope you get some answers keep us posted.

Hibee

deborahscinder

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Posted 7/26/2016 12:19 PM (GMT 0)

I agree, why not visit your doctor, at least for peace of mind.

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