my ribs are so painful?

Question

i have been told i have costo and im being tested for psoratic arthritis as well now, can this cause both ribs on each side to swell up and is so painful to touch id scream,i did at docs the other day!! hes chasin up my results from xrays n blood tests, i need advice now im in agony plus im getting my usual stabbin pains in my chest (costo) does it sound like costo or arthritis? the doc said its not swelling on the rib he thinks its the bone im also tired all the time ive not been out for 2 days or dressed lol im only 36 bless me xx ive tried hot water bottles and hot baths and im on anti inflams x

Answer 1

i have what you have,,,also known as relapsing polychondritis.
i take immuran, as prednisone, dapsone, deltasone, etc. will ruin your life. I can tell you, the pain for me has been horrible.
i get arthritis, sore eye, sore ear, sore nose, depression, anger,
and probably a shortened life span from the pred and immuran.
thank god fpr cleveland clinic., and check out this board for info on milk thistle...something i may try.

Answer 2

I don't ever think asking for medical advice on 'answers' is a good idea but you seem to be taking the docs advice and getting treatment.

There is an illness that causes swelling and inflammation to the the cartilage around your ribs...might be worth asking Doc about that.

Failing try a cold compress it worked wonders when I had rib pain, along with acupuncture.

Answer 3

It is best to go back to your doctor or get a second opinion. It could be something minor like a muscle tear, which I have had and it feels like your chest is being ripped open. If you have done a lot of clapping, yelling and jumping, you should ask your doctor to check for that if he/she hasn't already.

Otherwise go back to the doctors.

Answer 4

This doesnt sound normal i think you should call the nspcc helpline , it could be something worse

Answer 5

Try predisone, if it arthritis it will stop it fast.

Answer 6

that's from have to much sex