A member asked:

I sneezed with food in my mouth yesterday and ever since, i feel pain in my middle ribcage area, when i move. no pain when stationary. what is this?

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Dr. Mark Loury answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Rib separation: Probably separated rib cartilage junction or serratus/intercostal muscle injury. Hurts with breathing or movement. Will improve with time . Try antiinflammatory meds, wrap. If worsens see md.

Answered 8/2/2013

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