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How Can Chest Pain Caused By Injury Be Treated?

19 y/o female 110 lbsI, no significant medical bg. was hit in the chest with a blunt object right above my left breast about 1 week ago. Now when I breathe in too deeply, sneeze, cough, or move my left arm in a certain way, I feel discomfort/pain. The pain comes from sneezing. Also now there is quarter-size bump and the pain travels to my armpit/side area at certain times. When I press down on the bump I feel some pain. It is a hard bump but no bruising. When my chest got hit I felt winded. Thank you for any answers
Thu, 23 Jun 2016
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
You had blunt chest trauma and symptoms you are having at present are due to musculoskeletal injury after such trauma.
So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in musculoskeletal pain.
1. Avoid movements causing pain.
2. Avoid bad postures in sleep.
3. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise.
4. Take painkiller and anti inflammatory drugs.
5. Apply warm water pad on affected areas.
Don't worry, swelling and pain will subside with all these in 1-2 weeks.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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How Can Chest Pain Caused By Injury Be Treated?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. You had blunt chest trauma and symptoms you are having at present are due to musculoskeletal injury after such trauma. So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in musculoskeletal pain. 1. Avoid movements causing pain. 2. Avoid bad postures in sleep. 3. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. 4. Take painkiller and anti inflammatory drugs. 5. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. Don t worry, swelling and pain will subside with all these in 1-2 weeks. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.