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What Does Pain In Breasts While Moving And Deep Breathing Post A Fall Indicate?
Fell from bicycle and landed on left breast area. Now two days later, pain is worse with movement and deep breathing. There s also sharp pain when I press on my ribs just underneath my left breast, and sharp pain in center left side of back when I breath deeply. Should I see a physician or self-treat? I m also currently nursing. Any concern about damage to my breast. There s some pain when breastfeeding but it s not unbearable.
Wed, 5 Apr 2023
Hi,
The pain in your left breast area and ribs may be due to the fall and the impact on your chest. The pain during movement and deep breathing, as well as the sharp pain when pressing on your ribs or breathing deeply, could indicate a rib fracture or a chest wall injury. It is important to seek medical attention, in this case, to rule out any serious injury.
As you are currently nursing, it is also important to ensure that there is no damage to the breast tissue or milk ducts. Breastfeeding may cause some discomfort, but if the pain is worsening or affecting your ability to nurse, it is important to see a physician. They may recommend a breast exam or imaging to assess any potential damage.
It is recommended that you see a physician to evaluate the extent of your injuries and determine the appropriate treatment. Self-treatment may not be sufficient for this type of injury and could lead to complications.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
The pain in your left breast area and ribs may be due to the fall and the impact on your chest. The pain during movement and deep breathing, as well as the sharp pain when pressing on your ribs or breathing deeply, could indicate a rib fracture or a chest wall injury. It is important to seek medical attention, in this case, to rule out any serious injury.
As you are currently nursing, it is also important to ensure that there is no damage to the breast tissue or milk ducts. Breastfeeding may cause some discomfort, but if the pain is worsening or affecting your ability to nurse, it is important to see a physician. They may recommend a breast exam or imaging to assess any potential damage.
It is recommended that you see a physician to evaluate the extent of your injuries and determine the appropriate treatment. Self-treatment may not be sufficient for this type of injury and could lead to complications.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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