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What Causes Pain In Rib While Sneezing ?
This past Sunday, while battling chest congestion, I sneezed and felt severe stabbing pain in the left side of my rib. As of today, when I cough there is a strong pull on that side. How long before that would go away? I am thinking it was a muscle pull.
Wed, 7 Aug 2019
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to a muscle strain.
I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to relieve the symptoms.
I also suggest using Voltaren gel for local application.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to a muscle strain.
I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to relieve the symptoms.
I also suggest using Voltaren gel for local application.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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