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I don't know if i have a cracked rib, but something cracked when i was lifting a chair over railing. can you tell me?
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Does it hurt when: You take a deep breath? If yes, you may have a rib fracture. See this site to decide if your should see your doctor for an x-ray. Incidentally a rib fracture will heal without external immobilization. http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/fractured-rib-topic-overview.
Answered 11/5/2012
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