Which of the following causes chest pain only when someone pushes on the chest? 

A. Heartburn
B. Costochondritis
C. Pulmonary embolism
D. Sore muscles
E. Pleurisy


B. Costochondritis
Costochondritis is an inflammation of the cartilage attached to the ribs. Pain generally occurs only when someone pushes on the patient's chest.

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