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Terrible Lower Rib Pain

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I am having unbearable rib pain. I'm hoping when I get back to see my Rheumatologist he will give me a steroid injection. Any advice on pain relief until they open the departament again?

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Have you tried applying heat? A hot water bottle or a heat pad etc. Alternatively if the heat doesn't work then you could try a cold back. Different things work for different people. If you are able to take anti-inflammatory medication it may help (please check with your pharmacy if you are on any other medication).

I hope you can get some relief. x

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Malwimmy27 in reply toM0AL61

Have you tried biofreeze? If you haven't and you're interested in buying some, Amazon is the best place.

UK doctors don't have it in their formulary.

I really hope you find something that helps.

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