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What Does Pain And Burning Sensation In The Chest Indicate?
I broke 4 ribs in my back 9 weeks ago. Had horrible complication of nerve pain at front of chest that I describe as like burning barbed wire. Pain generally much better,but everyone seems to say they are almost pain free after 6 weeks. I have had 2 X Ray s. I am 69 and fell backwards down from the top of the stairs. Can you give me any reassurance that this length of time is not abnormal many thanks X
Sat, 4 Aug 2018
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The pain should get better in six weeks.
If your x-rays are normal there is nothing to worry . I think it still continues because you had 4 ribs broken so trauma is bigger.
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I reviewed your query and here is my advice.
The pain should get better in six weeks.
If your x-rays are normal there is nothing to worry . I think it still continues because you had 4 ribs broken so trauma is bigger.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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