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Tietze Syndrome Research Paper

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Lizet Ocampo Biol 2401 Tietze Syndrome Tietze syndrome, not to be confused with costochondritis, is a rare inflammatory disorder thatis recognized by chest pain and swelling of the cartilage of one or more of the upper ribs. Tietze and costochondritis are differentiated by whether there is swelling or not. Tietze syndrome can be considered benign, or not life threatening, since it can usually resolve itself without treatment. The symptoms of Tietze syndrome tend to be the same symptoms of other conditions and therefore it is hard to diagnose without additional tests done. There are many possible causes of Tietze syndrome, but an exact cause is not known. In the thoracic cage, one can find the thoracic vertebrae, the sternum, and the ribs. It encloses the heart, the lungs, and provides attachment for the pectoral girdle and the upper limb. The cage protects the thoracic organs, the spleen, most of the liver, and the kidneys. The thoracic cage’s most important role is in breathing. It rhythmically expands by the respiratory muscles and creates a vacuum that draws air into the lungs, and then compressed to expel air. The sternum is divided into three regions: the manubrium, the body, and the xiphoid process. The body and the manubrium are joined at the sternal angle, where the second rib attaches. The manubrium and body have …show more content…

The pain varies, is usually sharp, and can last from hours to weeks. The pain can also spread to the arms and shoulders. The pain can be made worse depending on one’s posture, adding pressure on the chest, deep breathing, coughing, sneezing, and physical activity. Pain, along with the swelling over the affected joints, can disappear after a few weeks or can last for months. These symptoms can develop gradually or

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