What is the cause and treatment for severe pain in ribs after an injury?
Patient: i am 350 pounds but very strong and can easily touch my toes and lift my own wieght, i fell flat on my back 2 weeks ago, it felt like i broke my ribs but exray said no broken bones, but in the morning i feel not to bad just a bit of pulling on my left side ribs, but by night time im almost in tears, i ve been off work for 2 weeks and dont know what to say anymore when asked when i can return to work ...i lift on 50 pounds hoses and drive tank trucks pls help, how long should this pain stick around Doctor: Hello,It may be due to rib fracture. For further assessment you may require chest x ray, pulmonary function test after chest physician consultation. For pain you can take tablet acetaminophen. Further treatment mainly depends upon the underlying condition. Continue breathing exercises. Hope I have answered your query...Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr Shyam kaleFamily and general physician