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Im 32 weeks pregnant, is it possible my baby bruised my ribs from.kicking or could a rib be broken?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
See below: These are normal musculoskeletal symptoms that you'll have as your body is accommodating for your fetus. No you do not have a fracture good luck thank you.
Answered 10/12/2018
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No: The pain women experience from the kicking can definitely be painful, but i've never heard of an actual breakage. Sorry you're going through this, but the bright side is that baby is moving a lot which is a good sign for baby's health and well-being! good luck and take care.
Answered 2/2/2014
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