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Had injured my rib on right side if i sneeze or cough or bend it its pain- cold weather really hurts its cause i tightened up what should i do ?
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Wait it out: Only time will heal this one - usually several weeks. Ok to use ibuprofen or naproxen in the mean time, along with ice and rest. Coughing and sneezing are unavoidable however. You'll be ok. See your primary care if you dont get better, or it gets worse. Hope this helps!
Answered 2/2/2015
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