Suggest Treatment For Severe Pain In The Ribs

Posted on Tue, 20 Sep 2016

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Question : I was bending over a table to pull the curtains on patio doors when i felt a sharp jab on right side under ribs...then on standing severe pain especially when breathing or moving...afraid to cough...??

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (33 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Can be a muscle sprain or tear.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The sudden sharp pain that you had is likely to be due to a minor muscle sprain or a tear. This needs rest, mild pain killers and a hot compress for relief. Avoid all painful movements and you can get an oral muscle relaxant prescribed in case the pain is severe. Using a chest belt of appropriate size will also help in providing rest to the area. It will take around 2 weeks to heal properly.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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