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When i cough my ribs hurt what could this be?

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Musculoskeletal...: This is usually a musculoskeletal pain due to the coughing. Possibilities include muscle strain, inflamed cartilage or even a rib bruise or fracture. All of these will gradually resolve once the coughing completely stops. If your pain does not resolve or if it worsens once you stop coughing, then see your doctor.

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Answered 6/1/2020

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