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I have sore rib cages but havnt hurt myself or done anything crazy! what could this be caused from?
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Broad possibilities: Tops would be cough or from vomiting. The muscles between the ribs take time to heal but these would be the most likely, in my opinion. Good luck.
Answered 1/9/2014
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