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Experiencing stabbing pains on my left side below my ribs. every time i breathe, cough and move. i'm also coughing a lot. what could this be ?

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Costochondritis: You have inflammation around the ribs after an upper respiratory infection. Try 600 to 800 mg of Motrin three times a day for the next week or so and the pain should resolve. Good luck.

Answered 6/30/2014

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