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What Causes Severe Pain In Abdomen Below The Ribcage?
I was carrying a large box and my foot went off the edge of the walkway and I lunged forward falling on top of the box. The edge of the box went right across at the bottom of my rib cage. I am 59 yrs old. I think it knocked the wind out of my lungs. Had a hard time catching my breath. My whole body from the stomach up has pains. Especially right in the middle of my stomach under my ribs? My stomach feels on fire inside. Do u think I should go get checked out?
Fri, 26 Jun 2020
Hello,
The symptoms seem to be related to a rib fracture.
I recommend to do an X-ray to confirm the diagnosis, so I suggest to go at the emergency room. Meanwhile, I suggest using painkillers such as Ibuprofen 400 three times a day.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The symptoms seem to be related to a rib fracture.
I recommend to do an X-ray to confirm the diagnosis, so I suggest to go at the emergency room. Meanwhile, I suggest using painkillers such as Ibuprofen 400 three times a day.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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