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What Causes Pain In Rib Cage And Chest Area While Coughing?

Well good afternoon! My name is Ashley I am 29 years old and I weight about 200 lbs and I m 5ft 6... I have been having pains behind my ribs, coughing feels as if someone is sitting on my chest I can t seem to get a deep breath. My left breast feels as if it is swollen and it is tender at times. I have been taking hot showers trying to catch my breath but something is obviously wrong!! I went to the hospital last week and they said it was anxiety. I m not so sure that s what it is. When I take a deep breath I can t seem to get it. I m constantly trying to clear my throat. My chest hurts when I breath. Can someone please help me out or tell me what they may think it is!
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Hi,

Pain behind ribs associated with coughing should be investigated. Pleurisy should be ruled out. Auscultation should be done by physician or pulmonologist and X-ray chest should be taken. Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs will be helpful to clear it.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nishad B. N., General & Family Physician
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What Causes Pain In Rib Cage And Chest Area While Coughing?

Hi, Pain behind ribs associated with coughing should be investigated. Pleurisy should be ruled out. Auscultation should be done by physician or pulmonologist and X-ray chest should be taken. Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs will be helpful to clear it. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nishad B. N., General & Family Physician