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Is Terrible Bruising And Soreness On Left Side Of Ribs Post Injury Serious?

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Posted on Tue, 23 Feb 2016
Question: Hi I am 63 years old and have been falling and bruising. Today, I tripped and landed on my left side, in the rib area, hit floor hard, I now am terribly bruised and very sore. Should I see my doctor?

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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (54 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Please, upload an image for review!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this fall. I will like to review and image of this bruise. However, seen the repeated falls, it will be good to see your doctor for assessment and prevention of possible falls. For now, let's review an image to see whether and urgent visit is needed or not.

To upload an image, click on the upload icon to the right of your dashboard and follow the onscreen instructions. You may also send it directly to customer service at YYYY@YYYY and request that it should be uploaded to your query.

I hope to hear from you and promise to respond promptly. Until next, I wish you well.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Ivo Ditah (26 hours later)
Hi, I have provided some attachments. Please review them.
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
No need seeing the doctor at this time!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for this follow up images.

I have reviewed them. There is no need seeing a doctor at this time for this bruise. It will slowly resolve over time say 1-2weeks. Take Ibuprofen for pains and all will be okay.

I hope this helps. I wish you well and keep me updated about this.
Note: For further follow-up it is advisable to consult an emergency medicine specialist. Click here.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Is Terrible Bruising And Soreness On Left Side Of Ribs Post Injury Serious?

Brief Answer: Please, upload an image for review! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this fall. I will like to review and image of this bruise. However, seen the repeated falls, it will be good to see your doctor for assessment and prevention of possible falls. For now, let's review an image to see whether and urgent visit is needed or not. To upload an image, click on the upload icon to the right of your dashboard and follow the onscreen instructions. You may also send it directly to customer service at YYYY@YYYY and request that it should be uploaded to your query. I hope to hear from you and promise to respond promptly. Until next, I wish you well.