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Suggest Remedy For Intense Pain In Right Side Of Ribcage After Lifting Heavy Weight Elevated With Pressure
I am 70 years and have recently moved house.This necessitated lifting and moving heavy pot plants,boxes etc.Without warning I suddenly developed intense pain,felt on my right side of the rib cage area.Lying at night is painful,on my back and left and right sides.Intense pain is experienced when I apply pressure under my right breast.Deep breathing initially hurt,likewise coughing.This has been ongoing for 2-3 weeks.Appreciate your help.
Tue, 17 Jan 2017
Hi,
I believe you have sprained your chest muscles, so I suggest you to not to lift anything, Don't do any overhead activity, and apply hot pack twice a day. Sleep straight.
Hope you will find the answer useful. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Harsh Swarup
I believe you have sprained your chest muscles, so I suggest you to not to lift anything, Don't do any overhead activity, and apply hot pack twice a day. Sleep straight.
Hope you will find the answer useful. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Harsh Swarup
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