HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

What Causes Sternum Popping And Pain In The Ribs?

default
Posted on Tue, 31 Oct 2017
Question: I have a popping noise with each breath in. I think my lower back right lung, not sure about lung, it is low in the back but right under my breast in the front. Below or under my rib cage. ?
doctor
Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (24 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Better to get done chest x ray.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Since you are already taking Spiriva respimate (tiotropium), we should first rule out lung related diseases for your symptoms.
So get done chest x ray first.
If chest x ray is normal then no need to worry much.
Possibility of muscular noise is more likely.
Please let me know
1. Is it painful?
2. Do you have breathlessness?
Please reply me answers of above asked questions, so that I can guide you better.
I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Drkaushal85

Pulmonologist

Practicing since :2008

Answered : 15005 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Pulmonologist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
What Causes Sternum Popping And Pain In The Ribs?

Brief Answer: Better to get done chest x ray. Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Since you are already taking Spiriva respimate (tiotropium), we should first rule out lung related diseases for your symptoms. So get done chest x ray first. If chest x ray is normal then no need to worry much. Possibility of muscular noise is more likely. Please let me know 1. Is it painful? 2. Do you have breathlessness? Please reply me answers of above asked questions, so that I can guide you better. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.