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Suggest Remedy For Pain In Knee & Ribs
I fell on the concrete and have pain in my left knee and rib area. It hurts to breath deep, cough, laugh and hiccup. I haven t slept in two nights. I am 52 yrs old , have osteoarthritis, weigh approx. 240lbs, have had CHF,COPD,asthma, HTN, High cholesterol, Major Depressive Disorder
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Hello,
It is necessary performing a chest X-ray study in order to exclude any possible broken ribs or pneumothorax, which are common complications of trauma.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
It is necessary performing a chest X-ray study in order to exclude any possible broken ribs or pneumothorax, which are common complications of trauma.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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