This past Sunday, while battling chest congestion, I sneezed and felt severe stabbing pain in the left side of my rib. As of today, when I cough there is a strong pull on that side. How long before that would go away? I am thinking it was a muscle pull.
Hello, Your symptoms seem to be related to a muscle strain. I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to relieve the symptoms.  I also suggest using Voltaren gel for local application.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.