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My ribs have felt bruised for about 5 days now. what should i do?

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Dr. Yash Khanna answered

GET IT CHEKED: Did you have fall 5 days ago,If that is the case take something over the counter for pain and make an appointment with your doctor and get it checked

Answered 3/22/2015

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