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I've had cough. it's like a pulling sensation almost. do you think i might've fractured a rib, advise?
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More likely : intecostal muscle strain @ your age unless for some reason you have osteoporosis. Then a fierce cough can cause rib or vertebral Fx's. An evaluation by your PCB can be of great help. A hands on eval and images can give you an answer.
Answered 11/28/2014
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