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I have had a cough for two weeks and i have had a worsening pain in one specific part of my ribs the past 3 days. could i have displaced a rib?
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Possibly: More likely you have strained the muscles or ligaments between the ribs by hard coughing. Please consider seeing your health care provider if it worsens or persists.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Let me try to help: Some times violent cough could lead to rib fracture especially in older people.
Answered 11/6/2014
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