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Has cervical xray done. Is this an extra first rib or an old first rib fracture?

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Nicosuave26
Nicosuave26

Went in with neck discomfort. Had an Xray was done, and PA asked if I've had any prior injuries. I have not. (That i can recall!) 

He said it appears that I may have an extra first rib.

The Radiologist said it's a fractured first rib with sclerosis that hasn't fully healed yet. My discomfort was in my upper neck, not my rib area. Looking for a third opinion on what this xray shows?!

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