Patient's question:
I just met a person who is very eccentric. He keeps talking about some of his own illnesses. A few days ago, he told me he had costochondritis, but said that some medications he took were ineffective. Today, however, he told me he had intercostal neuralgia. I want to ask what the difference is between costochondritis and intercostal neuralgia?Doctor's answer:
Muscle fasciitis in the back is generally related to the weather, as well as mood. If you are stressed, under excessive mental pressure, or if the weather suddenly turns cold, it can trigger the fasciitis. Intercostal neuritis usually causes pain in the intercostal area, primarily due to aseptic inflammation. It is recommended to avoid overthinking in daily life and, under the guidance of a doctor, take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and neurotrophic drugs for treatment.