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I fell onto the edge of a bed. landed on my ribs or back? it's bruised. can't bend back can't lie down or sit down. stand up on a tilt what've i done

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Dr. Chukwuka Okafor answered

I suggest you: go visit your doctor for an evaluation. Only after a physical examination will he/she be able to tell who what exactly may or may not be going on.

Answered 12/21/2014

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A member asked:

I fell onto the edge of a bed. landed on my ribs or back? it's bruised. can't bend back can't lie down or sit down. stand up on a tilt what've i done

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Chukwuka Okafor answered

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