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I am an 18 year old male. Last year around september after playing cricket I had pain around my sternum, on the right side of my sternum, I iced it and put balm and the pain faded away but when I do certain movements it still hurts. I started poking the spot yesterday and it swelled up a little bit. It doesn't hurt and it doesn't bother me but its just something that hasn't gone away.
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Hi lybrate-user ,sternal pain is mostly cartilaginous as in your case since you are still in the growth spurt. Do not worry .give it some time .rest ,ice packs ,mild pain killers will do .avoid strenuous activity for some time .tc.
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Hi lybrate-user, I appreciate you seeking help. Advise consult a chest physician who can clinically examine you and recommend further treatment as appropriate. He/ she may advise you further diagnostics including a chest X-Ray (PA View) done to facilitate diagnosis. Simultaneously, advise not put any pressure on the spot. Hope this helps. Do take care, and all the very best. Sincerely,
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