Patient's question:
Slightly painful on the left costochondral joint, unsure of the cause, and also feels slightly painful and cool. Recently, it's been a bit painful, not every day, and it's only just noticeable. Visited a local traditional Chinese medicine internal medicine doctor who said it was liver qi stagnation. In March of this year, a chest X-ray CT scan showed normal results, but a small nodule was discovered. Recently, my appetite is good, napping is pleasant, and I have no sense of fatigue, no cough or cold. Seeking advice: Is this costochondritis?Doctor's answer:
The situations you mentioned are manifestations of poor physical and mental health. The longer the duration, the slower the complete recovery. It is important to maintain a proper diet, ensure balanced nutrition, follow a regular sleep schedule, and avoid smoking, alcohol, overtime work, overexertion, and exposure to cold. Engage in appropriate exercise, exercise patience, readjust your mindset, develop good habits, and promote complete recovery. There are many methods for treating diseases, but since each patient's condition is different, the treatment approach must also vary. Therefore, it is necessary for patients to seek professional medical advice as soon as possible for detailed examinations to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment.