Tietzes Syndrome

Tietze's syndrome

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Costochondritismay be confused with a separate condition called Tietze's syndrome. Both conditionsinvolveinflammation of the costochondral joint and can cause very similar symptoms.

However, Tietze's syndrome is much less common andoften causes chest swelling, which may last after any pain and tenderness has gone.

Costochondritisalso tends to affect adults aged 40 or over, whereas Tietze's syndrome usually affects young adults under 40.

As the conditions are very similar, most of the information belowalso applies to Tietze's syndrome.

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Causes of costochondritis

Inflammation is the body's natural response to infection, irritation or injury. It's not known exactlywhy the costochondral joint becomes inflamed, but in some cases it's been linked to: severe cou

If you have symptoms ofcostochondritis, your GP will examine and touch the upper chest area around your costochondral joint. They'll ask you when and where your pain occurs and look at your recent med

Introduction

Costochondritis is the medical term for inflammation of the cartilage that joins your ribs to your breastbone (sternum).

Signs and symptoms

When the costochondral joint becomes inflamed it can result in sharp Chest pain and tenderness, which may develop gradually or start suddenly. The pain may be made worse by: a particular posturesu