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Suggest Treatment For Pain In Rib Cage

The doctor thought I have strained a muscle in my ribs after excessive coughing and a chest infection a few weeks ago. Over the last 2 weeks the pain has got worse and now is centrered around my right rib area - through my breast and into my back. When I cough the pain feels like a knife going through me. Even normal breathing makes it hurt.
Thu, 26 Oct 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more likely.
But better to rule out lung diseases because you are having cough and worsening chest pain.
So get done chest x ray. If this is normal then no need to worry for lung diseases.
Do following things for better symptomatic relief.
1. Avoid movements causing pain.
2. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise.
3. Apply warm water pad on affected areas.
4. Take painkiller and muscle relaxant drugs like ibuprofen and thiocolchicoside.
5. Wear rib belt.
Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Suggest Treatment For Pain In Rib Cage

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more likely. But better to rule out lung diseases because you are having cough and worsening chest pain. So get done chest x ray. If this is normal then no need to worry for lung diseases. Do following things for better symptomatic relief. 1. Avoid movements causing pain. 2. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. 3. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. 4. Take painkiller and muscle relaxant drugs like ibuprofen and thiocolchicoside. 5. Wear rib belt. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.