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How Can Rib Injury Be Treated?
Three weeks ago I fell in the shower and hit my ribs on the edge of the tub. I have been to several hospitals and several xrays. Apparently nothing was broken. Its starting to feel better but when I breath in I can feel my rib pop . I m not sure why and I am afraid something else is wrong.
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Sat, 25 Feb 2017
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Hello,
There might be a small contusion and that is causing the pain. As of now, you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like aceclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief.
Generally, you will improve on a few days of time. If symptoms persist better to consult a pulmonologist and plan for a CT scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
There might be a small contusion and that is causing the pain. As of now, you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like aceclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief.
Generally, you will improve on a few days of time. If symptoms persist better to consult a pulmonologist and plan for a CT scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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