Why does the right rib hurt?

Pain inside the right ribs falls into the category of rib pain. Many people want to know what causes pain inside the right rib cage. Generally, rib pain is related to disease, which may be caused by costochondritis. The best treatment for this is targeted treatment.

1. Caused by costochondritis

Costochondritis refers to a chronic nonspecific inflammation occurring in the costal cartilage, also known as non-suppurative costochondritis. Its main clinical manifestation is obvious local tenderness, which is most common in the second and third costal cartilages. The rib pain will be aggravated by deep inhalation, coughing or upper limb activities. This disease is more common in young and middle-aged people, more common in women than in men, and it also occurs occasionally in the elderly. If the pain is severe, it is recommended to go to the hospital for a detailed examination so that timely treatment can be provided.

2. Caused by bronchitis

The formation of bronchitis is mainly due to repeated infections of viruses and bacteria, leading to chronic nonspecific inflammation of the bronchi. Its main clinical manifestations are irritating cough and pain behind the sternum, while strong coughing can cause pain in the intercostal muscles. Smoking, air pollution, smoke and dust, allergies, etc. are the culprits of bronchitis. In normal times, we should pay more attention to self-protection and control and prevent the occurrence of this disease.

3. Caused by pleurisy

Pleurisy, also known as "pleurisy", is mainly caused by viral or bacterial stimulation of the pleura. Its clinical manifestations include chest pain, cough, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and even difficulty breathing. Chest pain is the most common symptom of pleurisy. The pain is often aggravated by deep breathing or coughing, and is often accompanied by symptoms such as intercostal stabbing pain or needle-like pain.

4. Caused by coughing and pulling

One of the symptoms that many people experience when they have a cold is coughing. Sometimes a cough can cause the lungs to contract or expand strongly. The strong reaction of the lungs can affect the reaction of other tissues. For example, the lungs and ribs may rub against each other, which may cause pain.

5. Caused by changes in chest pressure

Coughing is usually caused by certain factors (upper respiratory tract infection, bronchitis, etc.). When you cough hard, the air pressure in the chest changes, which will impact the pleura, diaphragm, and intercostal muscles, causing pain in the ribs when you cough.