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Developed Large Bruise. Between Sternum. Pain Spreading Across The Chest. Should I Seek Medical Attention?
one week ago I fell from my bike, the handle bars twisted and I fell onto one end of the handle bars, landing on my chest. The impact was between my sternum and the handle bars. I developed a large bruise which as now subsided, initially it was not very painful but over the last couple of days the pain seems to have spread across the right side of my chest (left side if you were looking at me). It hurts when I breathe in/out or move any part of my upper body. Should I seek medical attention? when I move the pain is sharp but there is a constant dull pain. Thanks
Wed, 22 May 2013
Hello dear,
The chest pain can be attributed to the trauma induced due to fall from bike.
According to the history as posted, the pain appears to be a muscular type.
The sharp pain during breathing and upper body movements is due to increased intra thoracic pressure which puts further strain on the chest muscles.
Symptomatic relief can be obtained by taking analgesics, muscle relaxants, ice compression & adequate rest.
However, if the symptoms still persist, then it will be better to consult an Orthopedician and get a proper physical examination done.
Investigation like X ray of the chest will be helpful to rule out any internal injury.
Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
You can ask me a direct query on this website using the below link: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-polash-sannigrahi/64925
The chest pain can be attributed to the trauma induced due to fall from bike.
According to the history as posted, the pain appears to be a muscular type.
The sharp pain during breathing and upper body movements is due to increased intra thoracic pressure which puts further strain on the chest muscles.
Symptomatic relief can be obtained by taking analgesics, muscle relaxants, ice compression & adequate rest.
However, if the symptoms still persist, then it will be better to consult an Orthopedician and get a proper physical examination done.
Investigation like X ray of the chest will be helpful to rule out any internal injury.
Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
You can ask me a direct query on this website using the below link: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-polash-sannigrahi/64925
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