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== Treatment == Costochondritis pain may go away without any treatment and this can take about a year. Treatment depends on the cause. * '''Acetaminophen:''' This medicine decreases pain. [[Acetaminophen]] is available without a doctor's order. Ask how much to take and how often to take it. Follow directions. Acetaminophen can cause liver damage if not taken correctly. * '''NSAIDs:''' such as [[ibuprofen]], help decrease swelling, pain, and [[fever]]. This medicine is available with or without a doctor's order. [[Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug|NSAIDs]] can cause [[stomach bleeding]] or [[kidney problems]] in certain people. If you take [[blood thinner]] medicine, NSAIDs may not be safe for you. NSAIDs are not for use in children under 6 months of age without direction from the child's healthcare provider.<ref name="drugs" /> A patient may do the following to help with the pain: * Rest: Do not carry a pocketbook or backpack if it causes pain. Avoid weightlifting during recovery. * Heat: May help with pain in some patients. Apply heat 20 to 30 minutes every 2 hours for as many days as directed. * Ice: Decrease swelling and pain and may also help prevent tissue damage. Use an ice pack, or put crushed ice in a plastic bag. Cover it with a towel and place it on the painful area for 15 to 20 minutes every hour or as directed. * Stretching exercises: Gentle stretching may help symptoms. Stand in a doorway and put your hands on the door frame at the level of your ears or shoulders. Take 1 step forward and gently stretch your chest. Try this with your hands higher up on the doorway.<ref name="drugs" />
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