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Suggest Treatment For Intermittent Muscle Spasms In Rib Area After Injury
I fell forward 5 days ago and landed on face, arms, and I guess abdominal area. Lots of bruising but no brakes and all is healing. I thought I bruised a rib where stomach is located. But, now I m thinking it s muscle. No bruising where abdomen pain is located over stomach. It doesn t seem to be getting much better. Advil helps immediately. I can ride stationary bike and stand and walk with no pain. But, sometimes like this morning it felt like a super muscle spasm all the way to my right side of abdomen. Any suggests to facilitate healing? Thank you
Mon, 20 Apr 2020
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to the fall. I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the pain. I also suggest using cold compresses for local application at the bruised area. If the symptoms continue, I suggest to do an xray for further evaluation.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to the fall. I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the pain. I also suggest using cold compresses for local application at the bruised area. If the symptoms continue, I suggest to do an xray for further evaluation.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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