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Does Pain In Ribs After A Fall Suggest A Slipped Disc?
I fell down the stairs 3 days ago. Didn t feel anything til yesterday, dow this morning my upper back (between my shoulder blades) hurts so bad all the way around to my ribs, that i can hardly type or BREATHE! If i slipped a disc, do i have to go to the ER or can i wait it out?
Thu, 3 Jan 2019
Hi,
Most probably it will be a contusion. Disc problem is unlikely.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
Most probably it will be a contusion. Disc problem is unlikely.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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