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What Causes Pain In My Torso While I Am Breathing?
I was skateboarding and was hit by a car about a 1 1/2 weeks ago. My right upper torso hurts. it aches every time I breathe and the pain has been getting worse over the last few days. Did i bruise my lung? there was/is no swelling or noticeable bruising on my skin. what do you suggest or what's your prognosis?
Tue, 15 Sep 2015
It would be advisable to get an evaluation done with a doctor as you might have injured your ribs. Generally nothing to worry about but pain may take time if ribs are fractured.
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