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I took a tumble off my bike landing on my face. i now have a week later some discomfort when i cough in my chest. could i have bruised my lung?

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Dr. Clarence Wimberly answered

Bike accident: More than likely you bruised your chest muscles and ribs with your fall. There is a possibility that you cracked a rib, but i would think there would be more pain. If you are having no shortness of breath or feeling bad then use advil (ibuprofen) and give it more time.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 9/22/2016

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A member asked:

I took a tumble off my bike landing on my face. i now have a week later some discomfort when i cough in my chest. could i have bruised my lung?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Wimberly answered

Dr Villaplana agreed

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