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What Causes Popping Sound And Pain In The Chest After Coughing?
Question: I coughed and heard a loud pop. Immediately after, I have excruciating pain under my left breast. It hurts tto clear my throat. Really bad if I cough and a sneeze sends me over the top. I took an Aleve and put a Salonpas patch over the area. Happened about a half hour ago. I'm concerned about the pop and if I cracked a rib.
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Brief Answer:
Broken rib is very probable.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thank you for the query.
Yes, this sounds like a broken rib indeed. Strong cough can do that for sure. It is also possible that you may have a pmeumothorax (air in the chest).
That is why you definitely should consult your doctor. Chest x-ray and ribs x-ray have to be done. In case of pneumothorax, drainage might be necessary.
Hope this helps.
Regards.
Broken rib is very probable.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thank you for the query.
Yes, this sounds like a broken rib indeed. Strong cough can do that for sure. It is also possible that you may have a pmeumothorax (air in the chest).
That is why you definitely should consult your doctor. Chest x-ray and ribs x-ray have to be done. In case of pneumothorax, drainage might be necessary.
Hope this helps.
Regards.
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