I slipped on the stairs a few days ago. I can t sneeze or cough. I feel Micky ward kit my on my left side with force. the stairs david waltham mass Just trying to find out why it hurts so much while sneezing and coughing I have asthma not that fun for me.
Hello Thanks for writing to us, I have studied your case with diligence. As per your history of trauma there is possibility of rib contusion. Rib contusion is not always visible on X-ray. You may need to do MRI or HRCT to see details of injury. If there is lung injury then there will be increasing pain with every breath, coughing and sneezing. I will advise consulting to orthopedic surgeon. Medication like muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain along with it use rib support belt. You may consult physiotherapist for pain management. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case. You may need to take rest for early healing. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you find this answer helpful do not forget to give rating at end of discussion. Wishing you good health. Take disregards Chat Doctor. 