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The last few days i've been getting pain in my lower belly when i cough and my lower left rib. my lower left rib also hurts when pressed. what is this?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Rib pain/myalgia: Probably a strain of the muscles between your ribs. See a physician and get a chest xray. Use advil or aleve (naproxen) if you are not allergic.

Answered 4/14/2014

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A member asked:

The last few days i've been getting pain in my lower belly when i cough and my lower left rib. my lower left rib also hurts when pressed. what is this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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