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Hi I fell on a wooden stair and injured my lower left rib. It was 2 days ago. There is quite a purple bruise on the skin. It now is sore inside more today than the past two days. I hear a click too. It hurts when I take a deep breath. Should I get an xray?
If you are not having other symptoms like breathing difficulties then it is not an emergency but you may have a X-ray after 2 to 3 days. Till then you should do following: - Take rest. - Avoid hard work. - Take a good analgesic like advil or aleve. It may take about 10-15 days to have relief.
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Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon
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What Is The Treatment For The Injured Lower Rib?
Hello, If you are not having other symptoms like breathing difficulties then it is not an emergency but you may have a X-ray after 2 to 3 days. Till then you should do following: - Take rest. - Avoid hard work. - Take a good analgesic like advil or aleve. It may take about 10-15 days to have relief. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon