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Suggest Treatment For Pain In The Ribs Post A Spinal Injury
I am 84yrs old in Jan. this year I tripped and fell face dowm fracturing my spine in two places, mid back (9) vibra. and last bottom vibra, bad surgery. re- admitted to another hospital. no surgery, braces to keep the spine in place., three mos. in rehab, now at home . having a lot of bloating no matter what I eat. lot of pain in rib cage, get some relief when I belch up the gas. Also have to wear a waist flexable brace. Is this bloating caused by damaged nerve? Edwin
Wed, 8 May 2019
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to bloating.
It can be related to the damaged nerve.
I recommend using simethicone medication.
I also recommend taking a fiber-rich diet and drink a lot of liquids.
I suggest avoiding food that can trigger the symptoms.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to bloating.
It can be related to the damaged nerve.
I recommend using simethicone medication.
I also recommend taking a fiber-rich diet and drink a lot of liquids.
I suggest avoiding food that can trigger the symptoms.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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