The left side of the ribs after coughing may be caused by muscle strain, gas, costochondritis, etc., you should consult a doctor in a timely manner to clarify the cause of the disease, and then carry out the appropriate treatment.
1. Muscle strain: when pregnant, the stomach gradually get bigger, may pull the chest and abdomen muscles caused by coughing like a pain, should pay attention to rest, if necessary, can take the left side of the lying position to relieve the symptoms.
2. Forking: If the left side of the rib cage pain after a strong cough, it is indeed possible that it is caused by the forked air, you should pay attention to rest, if necessary, under the guidance of the doctor to carry out local massage.
3. Intercostal neuralgia: pregnant women coughing on the left side of the ribs like a fork in the air like pain may also be caused by intercostal neuralgia. The pain is mostly distributed in the form of strips, and can be persistent or paroxysmal.
In summary, when pregnant women coughing left side of the ribs like a fork in the air like pain and the cause is unknown, it is recommended to go to the regular hospital in a timely manner. Do not take unauthorized medication and delay diagnosis and treatment.