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A 37-year-old male asked:
if i hug someone with a broken rib will it hurt him or her?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Donald Colantinoanswered
Internal Medicine 61 years experience
Yes: It takes up to 12 weeks for a rib fracture to fully heal and until it does, the rib can be tender to the touch or any pressure.
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Dr. Malina Milananswered
Internal Medicine 30 years experience
Yes: If it's a tight hug it certainly could be painful, just keep it gentle!
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A 43-year-old member asked:
Why does my broken rib still hurt after years?
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A 30-year-old member asked:
How long after it begins to hurt should I see a doctor about a broken rib?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Benjamin Tayloranswered
Orthopedic Surgery 16 years experience
Depends: If the pain is improving, then not much is needed. If you are having issues breathing or the pain is not improving, i'd recommend seeing a physician for evaluation.
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