<s>[INST] 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. [/INST] Respected user , HiThanks for using Healthcaremagic.comI 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 benzoin or  karvol 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 . </s>