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What Causes Pain In The Sternum While Breathing Deep?

Hi....I fell this past week and ended up landing on right breast side. Under my breast on the right side I have experienced some soreness and when I breath in a quick breath I get discomfort in that spot? Any suggestions? Should I use a ice pack or heating pad...which one would be better?
Wed, 26 Jul 2017
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There is a chance that you might have rib fracture following a fall.
Clinical examination and Chest x ray may be helpful finding out the problem. Ice pack might give a temporary relief for pain.
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What Causes Pain In The Sternum While Breathing Deep?

There is a chance that you might have rib fracture following a fall. Clinical examination and Chest x ray may be helpful finding out the problem. Ice pack might give a temporary relief for pain.