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Recently been diagnosed with psa and waiting to start on some medication. I’ve recently started with intermittent sharp/stabbing pain under my right rib cage. Just wondering if this can be or is anyway linked.

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Hi cba84 :) Thank you for posting on our Health Unlocked community. If you are experiencing pain, we always recommend you speak with your GP or a health professional as they will know what is best for you. Please keep us posted and we wish you some relief soon. Best, Katie, Arthritis Action Communications Intern

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Talk to your doctors about costochondritis, which is inflammation of the cartiledge between ribs. Common in people with an inflammatory disease.

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I understand that age and arthritis causes bony nodules to form anywhere. Could be causing discomfort, mine went away in time.

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