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Hi , for the last few weeks i have this pain on my right side at my lower ribs, tender to touch, very painful to cough and sneeze and laugh?

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Dr. Daniel Zanger answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Pain : The pattern of pain you are describing is likely musculoskeletal in nature . Any pain that lasts more than two weeks should be checked out.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Douglas Arenberg answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Tender to touch: Implies its in teh chest wall, and can be from the ribs or muscle. The lungs have no such pain nerves, and would not hurt to the touch. Rib/muscle pain like any bone or muscle can come from bruise, fractures, strains/tear, overuse etc., these tend to heal slowly, and other than pain meds and ice, we don't have much to offer. See your doc sooner if it persists or if you have a history of cancer.

Answered 10/4/2016

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