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Chest Wall Pain in Children

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 3, 2024.

AMBULATORY CARE:

Chest wall pain

may be caused by problems with the muscles, cartilage, or bones of the chest wall. The pain may be aching, severe, dull, or sharp. It may come and go, or it may be constant. The pain may be worse when your child moves in certain ways, breathes deeply, or coughs.

Call your child's healthcare provider if:

Treatment for chest wall pain

depends on the cause. Your child may need any of the following:

Follow up with your child's doctor as directed:

Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your child's visits.

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