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Doc thinks fractured ribs after a horse fall. didn't x-ray since treatment wouldnt change. tons of pain, trouble sleeping. would xrays be worth doing?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

No much: All tests have risks and benefits. The benefit of knowing that you have a rib fracture versus the risk of radiation exposure and the cost of the test is not a good balance. As you said the treatment would not change.

Answered 7/23/2015

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Need X-rays: could have s pneumothorax or mediastinum, need initial xrays

Answered 8/20/2015

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