<prompt> If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patients description.I have been suffering with asthma and allergy symptoms for the past several weeks, due to the multitude of wildfire smoke in my immediate area. All my coughing has now caused a pain in my left rib cage every time I cough. Will this go away when the cough is gone? My dr has me on Flonase and a short dose of prednisone in addition to my other asthma inhalers.  <response>: Hello dear, welcome to Chat Doctor.come have evaluated your query thoroughly. You are on perfect line of treatment for the asthma. Additional guidelines for better recovery-Deep breathing exercises, walking in fresh air, YOGA-Avoidance of smoking active, passive- Avoid exposure to dust pollen, if required use triple layered face mask .- Prefer semi reclining positions when resting.- Balanced nutritious diet and plenty of liquids. Everything will be settled with control of cough and allergy, infection. Hope this will help you. Regards. 