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What Causes Right-sided Rib Cage Pain While Coughing Or Sneezing?
Question: Hi,
I am having very sharp, stabbing pains in my right side, around the rib area in the back. It worsens with walking, movement and coughing, sneezing, etc. pain meds don't help. Please give me any advice that you can. TIA!
I am having very sharp, stabbing pains in my right side, around the rib area in the back. It worsens with walking, movement and coughing, sneezing, etc. pain meds don't help. Please give me any advice that you can. TIA!
Brief Answer:
Sounds like rib fracture
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.
The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a possible rib fracture.
The ideal treatment is strapping.
Any orthopaedics specialist can help you.
Takes almost a month to heal.
Get a bone density tested for ruling out osteoporosis.
I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information contained in this message will be able to help you find the best solution for your problem. Best of luck. Dr Mittal
Sounds like rib fracture
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.
The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a possible rib fracture.
The ideal treatment is strapping.
Any orthopaedics specialist can help you.
Takes almost a month to heal.
Get a bone density tested for ruling out osteoporosis.
I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information contained in this message will be able to help you find the best solution for your problem. Best of luck. Dr Mittal
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