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Suggest Remedy For Bruise On The Back Of Rib Cage And A Small Lump Behind It
My 4mth old son has a bruise towards the back of his rib cage on the left hand side. It has a small lump underneath it like the size of a small bead. I m with him all day every day and he has by had a fall he has started rolling but there s nothing hard he could have rolled on to. It doesn t seem to both him or hurt when I run my hand over it. Should I take him to the Dr or wait and see if it clears up? He s had it about 3 days now.
Fri, 19 Jun 2015
Hi,
Thanks and welcome to healthcare magic.
The bruise usually heals within a weeks time.
you may apply antibiotic ointment locally.
Paracetamol or Meftal for relief of pain.
No need to rush to the doctor immediately .
If no improvement after one week you may consult your doctor.
Hope this answer serves your purpose .
Please feel free to ask further queries if any.
Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam.
Thanks and welcome to healthcare magic.
The bruise usually heals within a weeks time.
you may apply antibiotic ointment locally.
Paracetamol or Meftal for relief of pain.
No need to rush to the doctor immediately .
If no improvement after one week you may consult your doctor.
Hope this answer serves your purpose .
Please feel free to ask further queries if any.
Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam.
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