Question 1

why do my ribs hurt during exercise?

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Ribs: unlikely you feel pain in the ribs but more likely soreness of the intercostal muscles and ligaments from the work of breathing with exercise

Question 2

why do my ribs hurt when i stretch?

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Costochondritis: The most common cause of rib pain is costochondritis. It is a benign condition that usually responds to antiinflamatories and rest..

Question 3

ribs hurt, they seem to be slightly unaligned?

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They aren't: There are several causes for chest wall pain. See a doctor.

Question 4

why is it that my ribs hurt one the right side?

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See your physician : The causes of right sided pain are many. In upper abdomen, gall bladder, liver, stomach, small bowel, large bowel, and kidney can all contribute. Appendix symptoms are usually in the right lower quadrant of abdomen. Patient should see physician for physical exam and possibly testing. Costochondritis or inflammation of anterior ribs can cause pain. See DR for exam and  possible testing.

Question 5

any advice? i have been coughing and my ribs hurt, what's going on?

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Cough: When you cough you often irritate the muscles between the ribs and this causes the pain.

Question 6

why do my ribs hurt when i cough?

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Muscle strain?: The chest wall is comprised of ribs and muscles. The muscles of the chest can be strained just like any other muscles leading to tears and discomfort. Try antiinflammatory medication and if it persists see your doctor for an evaluation.

Question 7

is this fibromyalgia if ribs hurt?

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No: Fibromyalgia is widespread pain meaning pain on both sides of the body above and below the waist including the spine. Pain in just the ribs is not fibromyalgia.

Question 8

ribs hurt for no reason. what's wrong?

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Rib pain: If you have pain, there is a reason. Without more information only speculation is possible.

Question 9

when i cough my ribs hurt what could this be?

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Musculoskeletal...: This is usually a musculoskeletal pain due to the coughing. Possibilities include muscle strain, inflamed cartilage or even a rib bruise or fracture. All of these will gradually resolve once the coughing completely stops. If your pain does not resolve or if it worsens once you stop coughing, then see your doctor.

Question 10

i fell on my back and now my neck and ribs hurt what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Get eval: Hard to tell what is wrong without an exam, so best for you to get evaluated by a dr.  However, sounds like a a musculoskeletal sprain/strain with rib contusion and you can start by resting and taking an anti-inflammatory (if not allergic).  Good luck.

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