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I have severe rib pain and it hurts more while standing and taking deep breaths. Please help.

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I am having severe rib pain since this morning and it hurts when I stand up straight or when I move or lay down. I tried putting a heating pad and ice pack on it and did not do anything. I feel extreme discomfort, cannot take deep breathes, and feel sharp stabbing pain once in a while.
Answered by Dr. Santosh Kumar Bashyal

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Dr. Santosh Kumar Bashyal is an Orthopedician and Traumatologist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. He is skilled in managing fractures, joint dislocations, ligament and tendon injuries, sports-related trauma, and degenerative bone and joint conditions. Dr. Bashyal has expertise in both surgical and non-surgical interventions, including joint replacement, arthroscopy, and trauma care. His practice emphasizes patient-centered management, rehabilitation planning, and restoring mobility and function for optimal quality of life.

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There are many conditions where we can get chest pain along with rib pain. I would like to ask a few questions. Is that pain on the costochondral junction which means if you palpate your ribs you can feel there is one gap and then the other rib is started? So pain in that region is costochondritis but the pain is like neurogenic pain sharp and localized (at specific). Does that pain radiate to the tip of the shoulder or not? Is the pain associated with other symptoms like palpitation? Had you done exercise one day before and got pain? Meanwhile, I would recommend you start one drug and let us work on your problem. Also, remember anxiety and panic attacks can cause symptoms very similar to angina. These attacks which can occur out of the blue or in response to a stressful event include chest pain along with shortness of breath, palpitations, and dizziness. Take tablet Parafon Forte (Chlorzoxazone) 500 mg per oral three daily after food for three days. This prescription for you helps relax certain muscles in your body and relieve the discomfort caused by acute (short-term), painful muscle, or bone conditions.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Vinodhini J.
Published At June 11, 2020
Reviewed At December 12, 2023

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Dr. Santosh Kumar Bashyal is an Orthopedician and Traumatologist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. He is skilled in managing fractures, joint dislocations, ligament and tendon injuries, sports-related trauma, and degenerative bone and joint conditions. Dr. Bashyal has expertise in both surgical and non-surgical interventions, including joint replacement, arthroscopy, and trauma care. His practice emphasizes patient-centered management, rehabilitation planning, and restoring mobility and function for optimal quality of life.

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Dr. Vinodhini J. is a Dental Surgeon with extensive years of clinical experience. She specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of dental and oral health issues, including restorative, surgical, and cosmetic procedures. With a patient-centered approach, she focuses on maintaining oral health, alleviating discomfort, and enhancing smiles. Her expertise ensures comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s dental needs and overall wellbeing.

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Dr. Santosh Kumar Bashyal is an Orthopedician and Traumatologist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. He is skilled in managing fractures, joint dislocations, ligament and tendon injuries, sports-related trauma, and degenerative bone and joint conditions. Dr. Bashyal has expertise in both surgical and non-surgical interventions, including joint replacement, arthroscopy, and trauma care. His practice emphasizes patient-centered management, rehabilitation planning, and restoring mobility and function for optimal quality of life.

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