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How Can Pain In The Ribs After An Injury Be Treated?

I fell off my bed and now ever since that happened I have a popping sound in the left side of my ribs everytime I breathe in there if I move weird removing it all and I have a hard time sleeping cuz it hurts so bad is it serious or is it just a bruise or should I see my doctor
Thu, 1 Feb 2018
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Hello there I have read through your question and understand your concern. I would advise you to get an X Ray to rule out a broken rib. Though most likely it is due to intercostal muscle injury. If fracture is ruled out you can follow the following instructions for prompt healing. 1. Rest and avoiding pressure in the affected area.2. Avoid sleeping on the affected side. 3. Application of ice packs 4. An over the counter painkiller like advil to reduce inflammation. 5. Tab chymoral forte once daily to facilitate faster healing. I hope that answers your question. If you have any further questions please feel free to write. Thank you for choosing healthcare magic.
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How Can Pain In The Ribs After An Injury Be Treated?

Hello there I have read through your question and understand your concern. I would advise you to get an X Ray to rule out a broken rib. Though most likely it is due to intercostal muscle injury. If fracture is ruled out you can follow the following instructions for prompt healing. 1. Rest and avoiding pressure in the affected area.2. Avoid sleeping on the affected side. 3. Application of ice packs 4. An over the counter painkiller like advil to reduce inflammation. 5. Tab chymoral forte once daily to facilitate faster healing. I hope that answers your question. If you have any further questions please feel free to write. Thank you for choosing healthcare magic.