i have been having these in my ribs since i was like 4 or 5. its like i have spasms. they appear randomly and dont happen very often. yesterday i was hanging out with my bf and then all of a sudden it hit me in my ribs.it almost brought me to my knees.i have never had such a sharp pain in my ribs before. it lasted for about 5 minutes. i have had these pains before but they've never been this sharp nor have they ever lasted tht long. i need help and i dont want you telling me to see a doctor. i need help!