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I've been coughing for almost 3 entire weeks. after recovered i started to feel strong pain in the lower part of my left rib (1 week with this pain)?
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Sprain?: Violent coughing can sprain your ribs but rarely rib fracture can occur. If the pain fails to improve or gets worse in the next week, you need to check with your doctor. In the meanwhile, try heating or ice pad at the painful area and see if it helps.
Answered 8/18/2015
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