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What Causes Persistent Rib Pain With Bruising?
My husband is experiencing very painful ribs on his left side. The pain started about 1 month ago. There was a bruise on his skin a few inches down from his rib cage. The pain lasted a couple weeks and then went away for about 1 week. Once the pain started again I looked and there were 2 more bruises on his skin. He went into the doctor and they did xrays, which all turned out fine. They also did blood work - which all came back normal including platelet count. They gave him anti-imflamatory medication and it really helped - took the pain away and cleared the bruising. He stopped taking it because it really messed up his stomach. The pain came back last night with 2 more bruises on his skin. Any thoughts
Thu, 16 Apr 2020
Hello,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Abruised rib usually results from an injury such as a fall or a blow to the chest, which may happen while playing sports.
Bruised ribs are often painful, but over-the-counter pain relievers and ice packs can help. The bruising may take several weeks to heal.
I suggest using a gastro protector such as Omeprazole in the morning to protect the stomach.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Abruised rib usually results from an injury such as a fall or a blow to the chest, which may happen while playing sports.
Bruised ribs are often painful, but over-the-counter pain relievers and ice packs can help. The bruising may take several weeks to heal.
I suggest using a gastro protector such as Omeprazole in the morning to protect the stomach.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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