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What Causes Sharp Pain In Lower Rib Area Despite Taking Antibiotics For Sinusitis?

I just completed 20 days of antibiotics for a sinus infection, upper respiratory infection, and bronchitis. The coughing has drastically reduced in the past three days, and I am beginning to feel much better. However, I am now experiencing sharp pains on both sides of my lower rib cage. Is this something I just need to wait out, or do I HAVE to go see my doctor, again? I d rather not, if it s not needed. I am one of just a few teachers trained to administer high stakes standardized testing at my school this entire week.
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Lower rib cage pain could be due to excessive coughing and soreness of muscles.Continue with a cough syrup,steam inhalation and hot fluids for a few days.The symptoms would definitely improve in the following days.Healthy food including high protein and vitamin should be consumed.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician
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What Causes Sharp Pain In Lower Rib Area Despite Taking Antibiotics For Sinusitis?

Hi Lower rib cage pain could be due to excessive coughing and soreness of muscles.Continue with a cough syrup,steam inhalation and hot fluids for a few days.The symptoms would definitely improve in the following days.Healthy food including high protein and vitamin should be consumed. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician