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What Is The Cause Of Pain In Rib Cage While Coughing?

I am a female between ages 30-40. I have three kids ages 21month (twins) and age 6. i work in a daycare. i have been feeling a sharp pain in my rib cage on my right side for almost 2 wks. when i cough or move the pain is very sharp. what is my diagnosis?
Wed, 2 Apr 2014
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Hello,
Rib cage pain can occur due to 1.costochondritis ( inflammation of cartilage near breastbone)- in this condition pain felt in front of chest which is sharp & stabbing in nature worse with movement, exertion and deep breathing.
2. osteoporosis
3. bruised, cracked or fractured rib
4. pleurisy- inflammation of pleura, layer surrounding lung.
so, one particular reason for causing pain in your condition only be confirmed by a physician after proper evaluation. Before that go for total blood count, X- ray chest PA view, bone scan. Take proper rest at home, tab. paracetamol 500 mg at every 6 hours.
Take care, bye.
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What Is The Cause Of Pain In Rib Cage While Coughing?

Hello, Rib cage pain can occur due to 1.costochondritis ( inflammation of cartilage near breastbone)- in this condition pain felt in front of chest which is sharp & stabbing in nature worse with movement, exertion and deep breathing. 2. osteoporosis 3. bruised, cracked or fractured rib 4. pleurisy- inflammation of pleura, layer surrounding lung. so, one particular reason for causing pain in your condition only be confirmed by a physician after proper evaluation. Before that go for total blood count, X- ray chest PA view, bone scan. Take proper rest at home, tab. paracetamol 500 mg at every 6 hours. Take care, bye.