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What Causes Pain In Chest After An Injury?

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Posted on Mon, 19 May 2014
Question: My son 12 yrs got hit just below the chest area on the left side while playing in the sea. A big wave came and he was thrown to my right knee. He was holding my right hand. Less than one hour ago.
He is appearing fine now. Just reporting a pain when touched at the area.
Drank water. Hd bath etc.

Is there a cause for concern
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Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
If drowsy then further investigation like CT scan

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for writing to us,

I have studied your case with diligence.
He might be suffering from blunt trauma chest .
If drowsy then further investigation like CT scan and Ultrasonography.


You need to take muscle relaxant and analgesics.
Physiotherapy like USG,TENS will help in early recovery.

Till time take rest ,avoid lifting weight.
Hot fomentation will help in reducing pain.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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What Causes Pain In Chest After An Injury?

Brief Answer: If drowsy then further investigation like CT scan Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for writing to us, I have studied your case with diligence. He might be suffering from blunt trauma chest . If drowsy then further investigation like CT scan and Ultrasonography. You need to take muscle relaxant and analgesics. Physiotherapy like USG,TENS will help in early recovery. Till time take rest ,avoid lifting weight. Hot fomentation will help in reducing pain. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.