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Can A Detached Rib Bone Cause Internal Damage To The Organs Around It?
If someone has broken their lower ribs and can feel the detatched rib moving around their body and is now having bloody stools, could it be that tje detatched rib is doing damage to their internal organs and should they seek medical attention asap. Is it possible they will need to be operated on?
Thu, 18 Oct 2018
Hi,
There is nothing called detached rib and tin happen only after trauma. What you feeling might be normal rib only. You can consult a physician and get evaluated for reassurance.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
There is nothing called detached rib and tin happen only after trauma. What you feeling might be normal rib only. You can consult a physician and get evaluated for reassurance.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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