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Costochondritis

Description:

Costochondritis refers to the inflammation of the cartilage that connects the ribs to the breastbone (sternum). It typically causes chest pain and tenderness, often mistaken for a heart attack or other serious conditions.

Sample Sentences:

1. She experienced sharp costochondritis pain whenever she took deep breaths.
2. Costochondritis can cause localized discomfort in the chest.
3. After the car accident, he developed costochondritis, which made it painful for him to move his upper body.

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