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My ribs have been hurting on both sides. it hurts to lay down on my back and sides. i am 26 weeks or as some people say 6 months pregnant. what can i do to help with my ribs from not hurting?

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Dr. John Michel answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Very little: There is little to take for pain except acetaminophen. There can be the use of heat on your ribs and maybe bracing with a soft pillow when you sleep. There can be painful ribs from lying on your side. Time is the best medicine in this case.

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Answered 3/18/2015

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A member asked:

My ribs have been hurting on both sides. it hurts to lay down on my back and sides. i am 26 weeks or as some people say 6 months pregnant. what can i do to help with my ribs from not hurting?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michel answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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