Whether or not intercostal neuralgia can heal on its own cannot be generalized. It depends on the cause of the pain and the degree of the condition, and the specific cause needs to be identified and judged according to the situation. Intercostal neuralgia is mostly distributed along one or several intercostal spaces, with a persistent stabbing, burning pain that is aggravated by coughing or sneezing. Spontaneous pain of the intercostal nerve is less common and is more often seen secondary to infection, trauma, tumors, etc. that damage the nerve, such as pneumonia, pleurisy, herpes zoster and other infectious diseases that cause neuritis; trauma to the thoracic spine or rib cage that damages the intercostal nerve. In addition, nerve damage caused by tumors of the thoracic spine or ribs, etc. Intercostal neuralgia from the above causes is usually not self-healing. If the intercostal neuralgia is caused by inflammation and is mild, there is a possibility that it will heal on its own. Patients with intercostal neuralgia are advised to visit the neurology department of a hospital in a timely manner to clarify the cause of the disease and prevent its progression.