
What Causes Pain Under The Rib Cage While Having Severe Cough?

Unliely to be rib fracture
Detailed Answer:
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Dear Ms
Violent/Intense coughing can sometimes lead to stress fracture of rib , but it is very rare indeed.
In your case I would not consider the possibility of rib fracture, I would likely attribute the problem to following two factors
1. Muscle spasm
2. Infection of base of lung can sometimes produce pain in left shoulder
3. underlying cardiac disorder
I would suggest you to consult your primary care physician for detailed clinical examination and assessment , its not recommended to visit Osteopath.
In the meantime I would suggest you the following which will help relive intense pain
1. Analgesic like Ibuprofen will be helpful;
2. Local application of sprain ointment containing Diclofenac will be helpful
3. Adequate rest
4. Anti tussive cough suppressant
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance
Take care
Best regards
Dr Shobha Deepak


Kindly follow the advise previously mentioned
Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms
As i mentioned in my previous reply , that its likely to be musculoskeletal pain with possibility of muscle spasm. Following the previous advise of analgesics, sprain ointment containing Diclofenac gel and rest will be helpful in relieving pain.
Take Care
Regards
Shobha

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