<human>: Due to alleregies, and change in weather I developed a strong cough and more sneezing than normal. I developed a very intese pain with each cough or sneeze under the right rib cage. I visited the er was advised I strained my muscle. That was 5 days ago, the pain medicine helped for a while but the pain remains. How long does it take to recover and when should I make an appointment to follow up? Also taking prescription medicine for the allergies and cough at this time.
<bot>: Respected user, HiT hanks for using Chat Doctor.come have evaluated your query thoroughly.* The pain is in relation with irritation of underlying parietal pleura through coughing.* Takes time according to the load of the pathology and extent of bronchitis or other lung insult.* Suggestions for better outcome - Continue current medicines.- Inhalation of vapors of boiled water with added tincture Benson or Karol capsules morning and evening for 5 min. each with blanket covered over head helps tremendously.- Avoid smoking (active or passive)- Deep breathing exercises, YOGA recover faster.- Follow up with doctor after medicines are over. Hope this helps you. Welcome for any future doubts. Regards dear.