Suggest treatment for swollen rib cage
Patient: Ig OK t into a physical fight with someone about five days ago and we went down to the ground and fell on a bicycle and the handle bar went into my rib cage right where my heart is the pain is worse at night and its pretty swollen on the area but there s no bruise that can be seen also when I run my hand across the swollen area it like feels crackly like liquid moving and maybe bubbles I feel the pain is really bad at times and instead of it getting better its staying painful I m sorry I thought this was free Doctor: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. You had blunt chest trauma due to fighting and the cracking sound is mostly due to rib fracture. So better to get done chest x ray for the diagnosis of rib fracture. Follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in such cases. 1. Avoid movements causing pain. 2. Avoid bad postures in sleep. 3. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. 4. Apply warm water pad and ice pack application on affected areas. 5. Take painkiller and anti inflammatory drugs. 6. Sit with proper back and chest support. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these in 1-2 weeks. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.