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Why or how does a person get costochondritis?

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Why or how does a person get costochondritis?

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The risk of developing costochondritis increases with any physical activity that causes trauma or strain to the ribcage. It’s a benign condition, usually of short duration that resolves completely. Sometimes though, it can recur or become persistent.