Suggest Treatment For Breathing Issues After A Fall

Posted on Tue, 25 Oct 2016

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Mon, 24 Oct 2016 Answered on

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Question : Lost my balance last night while going down the carpeted stairs. I landed on my back and slid down. Today I am having trouble breathing and get winded very quickly. Is this a bruised lung and if so will it heal on its own?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (-4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Get medical evaluation ASAP.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

Possible damages that may explain your symptoms include fractured ribs, hemothorax, pneumothorax, contused lung.

It is necessary to get evaluated ASAP by a Doctor and to undergo imaging studies (chest CT scan) in order to diagnose properly your condition.

Conditions mentioned above don't heal by itself, and may result in complications.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Greetings.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T