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What could be the cause of terrible pain in my ribs on left side. i have had a cough and felt something strange in ribs and now hurts all the time?
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Rib pain: Could be a chest wall muscle strain, rib fracture from cough or pleurisy an inflammation of the lung. Best to see your doctor and perhaps a chest xray.
Answered 2/9/2017
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Musculoskeletal pain: Coughing can result in musculoskeletal pain including pulled muscle, inflamed cartilage and even rib fractures. Your pain may be due to a rib fracture or bone bruise so see your doctor asap for diagnosis and treatment.
Answered 9/28/2016
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