What Causes Dry Cough And Pain During Deep Inspiration?

Posted on Wed, 25 Jun 2014

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Question : I have a dry cough and pain only when i take a deep breath at the very tip of breath. Had these before and after gallbladder surgery, and wont seem to go away. Had chest x ray ... Normal. Ct scan with contrast of abdomen was fine along with bloodwork. Should i be worried

Answered by Dr. Ram Choudhary (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
repeat advised investigations

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Pain at maximum inspiration may indicate a stretch in unripened surgical scar, a local collection of infected hematoma, Nerve involvement.
A contrast CT and blood work up has been normal that means there is no major issues there but still to be doubly sure get a Complete blood count, CRP and an Ultrasound of whole abdomen after a month from now and get a physical clinical assessment by a local physician.
Meanwhile you may take OTC pain killers if the pain troubles much.
I hope the advise would be informative and useful for you.
Take Care!

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