Question 1

broken or bruised rib from jumping from bannister?

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Can't tell: Go to the doctor and get an x-ray - that will tell you.

Question 2

broken or bruised rib? how can i tell which?

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X--ray: You need to have an x-ray done to make the diagnosis.

Question 3

what are the symptoms of a bruised rib- what does it feel like?

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Pain: A bruised rib is mainly painful, especially if you breathe in or if you push on it. A chest or rib xray can tell if the rib is bruised or broken, although, in reality, unless there is collapse of the lung, there is nothing really to do about a broken rib except for time and healing.

Question 4

how can you protect / support a bruised rib when you are unable to take time off to let it heal?

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Brace intermittently: A bruised rib could be supported with a brace or other tightfitting garment, but it will be very  important to remove the brace about every hour and take several very deep breaths to avoid an increased risk of pneumonia related to more shallow breathing while the brace is in place.  Ice packs periodically and Acetaminophen may also be helpful.  Ideally rest would be best.

Question 5

can you get a cracked/bruised rib from falling backwards?

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Yes you can.: Broken ribs are most commonly the result of blunt trauma.  A simple fall can result in a broken rib or two.

Most heal on their own without surgery, but it appears that multiple broken ribs that affect breathing do better when fixed with modern plate and screw devices.

Question 6

broken or bruised  rib? hurts when i take a deep breath sharp pain?

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?trauma: If you have had trauma to the chest cage the rib or ribs could be fractured or bruised as the symptoms are essentially similar except for the duration of the discomfort. An x-Ray of the rib cage makes the diagnosis. There is no specific treatment except rest and pain relief unless there are lung complications. If there has been no injury, then a pinched intercostal nerve may cause sharp pain also.

Question 7

could you really know if its a bruised rib, a sore muscle, or a fractured rib?

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Imaging studies need: See your doctor for physical exam and x ray. Only x ray or CT exam can confirm if you have a fracture.

Question 8

bear hug and lift from a person has caused pain in my rib (one side). no bruising or swelling but pain in a very specific area especially if pressing on it. can take deep breath but pain in that one area. can this be a break or bruised rib?

Accepted Answer

: more likely a  rib joint with sternum but you did not give enough. Ribs cover a lot of distance.

Or rib joint with spine.  If it was a real bear it could be in the rib itself.  You did say it was a bear hug. What does that mean in NJ? ;-)

Question 9

is there anything strong enough to help my pain from my cracked rib, bruised rib, and bronchidus? im 37 and i injured myself on a water slide at wet n wild last sunday. i was laying down on the slide on a mat, when the slide turned it slammed me against t

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Hello. : Hello. Although nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications like Motrin can sometimes be very helpful, it may not be strong enough for the pain control you are looking for. You might need narcotics and you can only get that by prescription. If you don't have medical insurance you might look into a clinic in your area that provides sliding fee services. Take care.

Question 10

does diclofen sodium nsaids help with healing a bruised rib or muscle or is it just a bandaid for pain only? how fast does it work?

Accepted Answer

: NSAIDS help reduce pain and inflammation and start working within a few hours of intake. Relief from pain depends on the degree of injury.  medications take time to work and be effective and their action and doses and how given have to be proportionate to the injury

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Bear hug and lift from a person has caused pain in my rib (one side). no bruising or swelling but pain in a very specific area especially if pressing on it. can take deep breath but pain in that one area. can this be a break or bruised rib?

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Is there anything strong enough to help my pain from my cracked rib, bruised rib, and bronchidus? im 37 and i injured myself on a water slide at wet n wild last sunday. i was laying down on the slide on a mat, when the slide turned it slammed me against t

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