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What are the symptoms of a broken rib in athlete?
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Pain in the chest: Usually after a blow to the chest and accompanied by pain at the site of injury, pain on breathing, and pain when you push on the breastbone. A chest xray may be needed after an exam by a physician.
Answered 7/7/2013
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Broken ribs: Pain Shortness of breath Fast breathing Shallow breaths Inability to cough, sneeze or laugh.
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