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What Causes Pain Under The Rib Cage While Coughing?
Question: I am just getting over a cold, feeling healthy but a nagging and persistent mostly dry cough. My rib cage in my lower abdomin is radiating a dull ache / pain, when I cough. The symptom checker said i should seek emergency treatment. Really? I feel almost normal, just sick of the cough and attendent pain.
Brief Answer:
No need for emergency care at this time!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for contacting us at HealthcareMagic.
The pain following a nagging dry cough is okay. There is no reason to seek emergency care at this time.
If the cough becomes totally unbearable, I will suggest that you go ahead and get Dextromethorphan for relief. Meanwhile stay well hydrated, drink a lot of water and warm liquids (eg. menta tea, soups etc.) for symptomatic relief.
I hope this helps. I wish you well.
Feel free to follow up with me if need be.
Kind regards
No need for emergency care at this time!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for contacting us at HealthcareMagic.
The pain following a nagging dry cough is okay. There is no reason to seek emergency care at this time.
If the cough becomes totally unbearable, I will suggest that you go ahead and get Dextromethorphan for relief. Meanwhile stay well hydrated, drink a lot of water and warm liquids (eg. menta tea, soups etc.) for symptomatic relief.
I hope this helps. I wish you well.
Feel free to follow up with me if need be.
Kind regards
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Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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