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What causes muscle spasm beneath rib cage

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Dr. Abdul Ahmed answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Muscle Spasm: Severe cough and undue exertion like lifting heavy stuff can cause such symptoms.

Answered 10/20/2018

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