Question 1

i got my flu shot a few months ago now i'm sick with everything even a cough that hurts my back and chest. should i go to the doctor?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The flu shot is effective against 3 types of flu -- it does not cover bacterial infections or other viral infections that can cause cough -- i would see your physician to help sort things out.

Question 2

i am getting over my cold. but i still have this bad cough. hurts my lower back and side, coughing up.blood, and mucus stuck in my chest. earache too ?

Accepted Answer

Exam and chest xray: You should be examined for severe bronchitis or possible pneumonia. Never ignore bloody expectoration. A chest film and antibiotics are a logical suggestion. Stop smoking!

Question 3

i have a sore throat and a cough.  it hurts my back when i cough what could i have?

Accepted Answer

Sore throat: Needs more clinical information and should be evaluated.

Question 4

yesterday i had gastro, today i woke up feeling completely fine. but when i laugh or cough it hurts in my back around lungs area?

Accepted Answer

Gastro: Go back to your gastroenterologist and have him/her check you for a possible complication as a result of the procedure.

Question 5

when i sneeze and cough my back hurts what is that a symptom of?

Accepted Answer

Pleurisy: Pleurisy or pleuritic pain is pain that associated with breathing. Can be caused by prolonged forceful coughing / infections/ non infectious inflammatory processes. We sometimes never figure out why people have it. If the pain continues/ gets worse/ starts to occur without coughing or sneezing could be die to a non-lung issues. In which case you should see a doctor

Question 6

i have a cold and every time i cough it hurts my belly and back i am 31 weeks will be 32 weeks on monday my baby is breech is it normal for these pain?

Accepted Answer

See an obstetrician: When pregnant a variety of conditions can create pain and discomfort.  It is always preferable to err on the side of safety, both for you and your baby.  Go and see a professional and be examined and reassured..

Question 7

doctor when i cough my back hurts but my xrays came out good its just that cough that bothers me and i feel really tired more than other days ..then that ringing noise in my ear?

Accepted Answer

Cough meds needed: Need to know more. Does anything come up with cough?  What does it look like?  A cough with blood (red) needs more than XRay. If cough with pus (yellow or green) needs medicine. Pain could be muscle tear or cracked rib or something else.

Question 8

i have a sore throat productive cough when i cough it hurts my head and back to the point of tears. i have trouble sleeping. i am extremely weak.

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: This sounds potentially quite serious and in need of extensive history and physical and possibly some imaging studies.  Do not wait, go and get seen and diagnosed and treated.  Good luck.

Question 9

have pain when i cough in the lower right back area. hurts all the time?

Accepted Answer

Back pain: Most likely muscular from coughing. Figuring out and treating the cause of your cough may help

Question 10

the back of my head like the top of my neck area and next to it hurt everytime i cough. what causes this? should i be worried about this? its been going on for 2-3 days?

Accepted Answer

: Have your PCP or your ENT doctor examine you if this continues for another few days, or call them for advice.

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I got my flu shot a few months ago now i'm sick with everything even a cough that hurts my back and chest. should i go to the doctor?

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I am getting over my cold. but i still have this bad cough. hurts my lower back and side, coughing up.blood, and mucus stuck in my chest. earache too ?

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I have a sore throat and a cough. it hurts my back when i cough what could i have?

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Yesterday i had gastro, today i woke up feeling completely fine. but when i laugh or cough it hurts in my back around lungs area?

A member asked:

When i sneeze and cough my back hurts what is that a symptom of?

A member asked:

I have a cold and every time i cough it hurts my belly and back i am 31 weeks will be 32 weeks on monday my baby is breech is it normal for these pain?

A member asked:

Doctor when i cough my back hurts but my xrays came out good its just that cough that bothers me and i feel really tired more than other days ..then that ringing noise in my ear?

A member asked:

I have a sore throat productive cough when i cough it hurts my head and back to the point of tears. i have trouble sleeping. i am extremely weak.

A member asked:

Have pain when i cough in the lower right back area. hurts all the time?

A member asked:

The back of my head like the top of my neck area and next to it hurt everytime i cough. what causes this? should i be worried about this? its been going on for 2-3 days?

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