Can a Chronic Cough Cause Severe Muscle Pain in the Abdomen?
1. Introduction Yes, a chronic cough can absolutely cause severe muscle pain in the abdomen, primarily due to the mechanical overuse and repetitive strain placed upon the rectus abdominis and oblique muscles during forceful expiration. A cough is a violent, explosive physiological maneuver that requires the abdominal wall to contract with immense force to rapidly … Read more