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My nephew , 25, fell out of an window and injured an rib. this was 3 days ago and now he feels nauseous. he did not go and see an doctor. should he?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Yes: I'm not sure how far he fell but if he is unwell he shod be examined today. All the best.

Answered 6/19/2015

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A member asked:

My nephew , 25, fell out of an window and injured an rib. this was 3 days ago and now he feels nauseous. he did not go and see an doctor. should he?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

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